Potty Training Guide: Stubbornness, Delays & Success Tips

Potty training a stubborn 3-year-old or an ADHD child requires patience and specific behavioral strategies. Identifying causes for regression or delays helps in establishing successful long-term bathroom habits.

Mother potty training son (15-18 months)

How to Potty Train a 15-Month-Old

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Stephen Harding

No parent or expert will deny the fact that potty training is difficult and requires patience and flexibility. Dr. Alan Greene explains that parents should be prepared for setbacks. Training a 15-month-old toddler to use the toilet may be possible if she exhibits several of the necessary readiness indicators. Dr.

Stephen Harding has been writing since 2009, with work on eHow and LIVESTRONG.COM. A U.S. Marine captain, he has military, operations and leadership experience. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in marketing from the University of Central Arkansas, is a Six Sigma Green Belt and a Development Dimensions International Targeted Selection Interviewer. He is completing an MBA at the University of Iowa.