Sibling Conflict Mediator

How It Works

Shifts parents from constant referee to skills coach — while still intervening for safety.

Triggers

1. Daily fighting over toys, attention, space
2. Escalation to hitting, yelling, or insults
3. Parent feels trapped in "who started it?"

Steps

1. Define 3 safety rules (no hitting, no name-calling, stop means stop).
2. Teach "turn-taking" tools (timer, trade, separate spaces).
3. Use a short intervention sequence: stop → separate → coach.
4. Build 1:1 "special time" to reduce attention competition.
5. Weekly mini family meeting: what's working, what to adjust.

Constraints & Edge Cases

• Physical aggression requires immediate safety separation.
• Chronic severe aggression may need professional support.

Expected Outcomes

• Reduced frequency and intensity of fights
• Better sibling skills