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Major Tantrums Rage Uncommunicative
Oct 06, 2008 06:47PM in the Child Behavior Community
I would speak to your pediatrician about the problem and get an evaluation. most school districts can do an early intervention evaluation. i agree with you that something doesn't sound quite right. The sooner you get help, the sooner you will see improvements. There are several indicators in your description that lead me to believe it is more than attention s...
My 5 Year-Old Has Difficulty Expressing Himself
Oct 06, 2008 06:42PM in the Child Behavior Community
when he does speak about things he likes, does it sound like he is repeating things he has heard before? When it sounds like children are speaking out of context it is sometimes actually delayed echolalia. For example, in the example you provided you triggered a memorized response. Since you do not necessarily know the original context it does not make sense...
5 year old daughter, major behavior probs
Oct 06, 2008 05:31PM in the Child Behavior Community
you say you have given her so many chances that it seems comical at times. that suggests that you are not following through with threats consistantly. you list different discipline techniques you have tried. how long do you try them for?
My 5 Year-Old Has Difficulty Expressing Himself
Oct 06, 2008 05:29PM in the Child Behavior Community
never mind... i see in the title he is 5. i'm not sure of social phobia. you say he has the problem at home as well?
My 5 Year-Old Has Difficulty Expressing Himself
Oct 06, 2008 05:28PM in the Child Behavior Community
how old is he?
explosive anger disorder
Oct 05, 2008 08:27PM in the Child Behavior Community
i am not familiar with the disorder. however, if he is a model student at home, you may need to take a look at what is different at school than home. for example, school is very structured with a consistent routine. the expectations are clear and consequences consistent. This is not to say that you need to run your home like a school. I'm just suggesting this...