3 year old with behavioral issues

[tammyfarrel]

my daughter has some issues that I feel needs some attention she is violent oppositional and I can not get her to focus on anything. I am not sure where to go or what to do due to the custody arrangement I have with my ex. She is only 3 so it is hard to seperate what is typical behavior and what is scary. I know it is not normal for her to be telling me she is going to kill herself amoung the many other violent tendencies she displays I am just seriously at wits end.

[tammyfarrel]

I have taken her to be seen but due to our rotating custody arrangements no one will help me. I do not have the financial means to fight him in court so I am at my wit ends!

[Rachel Thompson, Ph.D., BCBA]

If you have not done so already, I recommend that you have your child evaluated by a team of professionals. Your public school district should be able to set up this evaluation for you or direct you to the appropriate resources. An evaluation will help to determine what type of assessment and intervention services your child may be eligible for. Many parents describe their 3 year olds as oppositional, but violence and threats of suicide are more concerning. It is important for you to know that, in most cases, behavioral challenges can be addressed through the development and implementation of a behavior plan. The website of the Behavior Analysis Certification Board has a list of professionals organized by state. You mind find this to be a helpful resource.