1 Cultural Influences Cultural influences means historical, geographical, and familial factors that affect assessment and intervention processes.
How can I teach my child to swallow a pill? Some children as young as age 3 or 4 can swallow a pill, while some teenagers still can't accomplish the task! When your child is ready to try, have him practice with something small and hard-coated, like Tic Tac breath mints. Here's how: With a mouthful of water, have your child look up at the ceiling.
None of my toddlers could swallow a pill -- and my 10-year-old still can't swallow a pill yet! (My now 12-year-old could at age 11.) Good luck! But from this mom's standpoint, go with the chewable vitamins and liquid medicines.