children's development

[crystaluribe]

my 3yr old when she gets mad or upset she goes straight to the couch and rocks her body back and forth along with it she hits her head on the cushion of the couch when she rocks herself. its already been going on for about a year. I don't see her cry when she is mad or upset. while she is rocking herself she says lalalala  lalalalal lalalalala lalalalala. I need to know if its just her tempertamraint of what could it be please let me know.

[Sandman2]

   Good points from above.  Kids of this age don't really know how to express anger. You might try buying a book like "When I feel Angry" which shows different ways to deal with your emotions.  It is meant to be read aloud (several times) and practiced.  It and other good suggested titles may be found here - http://www.amazon.com/When-Feel-Angry-Way-Books/dp/0807588970/ref=pd_sim_b_5

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi!
This is also a way of overcoming anger. Care should be taken to see there is nothing around which can hurt her. Also since she makes rhythmic noise, music may soothe her. Music therapy can be tried. But more important, it is necessary to talk to her pediatrician to assess whether she has any other problem. If it is happening almost daily, then this should be looked into, especially since she does not cry. Take care!

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