Aggression: Older Child
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Aggression, Aspergers, ADD/ADHD
Asked by A.T. from Seattle
on March 31, 2010
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My son turned 5 December 2009. The last month or so he has had a lot of aggression problems at his daycare. He is an only child and he lives in a single parent house...
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- I agree that starting with the school district for evaluation is a good idea (especially since it's free) however my son was evaluated by the school district and they ...
- My son was diagnosed with mild Aspergers at age 5. A neuropsychologist is the best person to do the testing and give you a plan of action. On her recommendation, we fo...
- have him be evaluated by the school district. put in a formal request (sent to the principal), and the ball should get rolling from there. ask to have him evaluated fo...
Help with My 7 Year Old Daughter's Behavior
Asked by M.V. from Steubenville
on April 2, 2008
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My daughter is only 7 years old (will be 8 this summer) and she already has the attitude of a teenager. She is very mouthy and disrespectful all the time. She will a...
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- I haven't read the other responses but wanted to let you know you are not alone. I have a very mouthy, bossy 7 yo girl and a 5 yo boy. She goes to Catholic school an...
- to stop my 3& 5 year old girls from slamming doors I use the child proof door stopper that goes on top of the door so they caan't reach it or close it all the way. ma...
- I also have a 7 year old, and in talking with other moms this is what I have gathered. 1st...you are READY for the teen years, ha ha ha 2nd....this a phase and will g...
Our Family Dog Bit Our Daughter and Other Recent Aggression Issues! H-E-L-P!
Asked by S.S. from Minneapolis
on October 12, 2009
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The situation NO ONE ever expects or at leasts always prays they are NEVER in!!! We have a 6 year old, neutered male, labrador retriever who we've had since he was a ...
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- I don't have a lot of advice, but I have two kids and two dogs so I feel your pain. After much consultation (maybe too much), I also had to have a small dog put down ...
- I was raised by parents who had a professional breeding kennel and have had experiences with hundreds of dogs. I have also done extensive obedience training, too. G...
- I am not a dog person so will struggle not to immediately go with "the dog's gotta go" response. Try the vet first, the dog could be ill. The other common problem is o...
2-Year-old Aggression Toward Little Brother
Asked by J.S. from Boston
on May 13, 2009
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My daughter (she'll be 3 in July) can be very agressive toward her little brother (11 months). It started when he could sit up and has escalated as he gains mobility....
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- Are you a christain.? I am a christain and therefore i will give you a Godly advise. My opinion towards your daughter aggressive behavior towards her little brother...
- Hi J., You've already gotten some good advice of things to try. My suggestion would be to try to include her in the care of her baby brother (if you haven't alread...
- Hi J., there are some great books out there. Your daughter is behaving normally, and I know it makes you a nervous reck! The Indigo Children, Food for the Indigo Chil...
7 Year Old with Severe Fear of Dogs/animals
Asked by J.C. from Sacramento
on August 12, 2008
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Does anyone else have a child with a severe phobia to animals mouths? My 7 year old was knocked over by big dogs twice in a short period of time when she was about 2 ...
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- I personally wouldn't push her at all. I would much rather hear about a child who is scared of dogs/animals then have no fear and chance getting hurt. My cousin was ...
- My 7 year old had a dog incident when she was 2 that has affected her greatly. Just like yours, she hides behind me and climbs things to get away from even the tinies...
- Dear J., I’m an animal lover (especially dogs) and I don't think your daughter's fear is necessarily irrational. Many people develop phobias from a single incide...
My 9 Year Old Step-daughter Won't Wipe After Peeing.
Asked by J.D. from Anchorage
on October 29, 2009
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My 9 year old step-daughter won't wipe after she pees. She lives with my husband and I full time and sees her mother 3 weekends per month. He mother never taught her h...
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- How does she do in school does she have any learning disabilities. My daughter is dyslexic and often forgets the morning steps. For example brushing teeth, hair and ye...
- How about rewards--a special dress or outfit she only gets to wear when she wipes in front of you. How about sending her to a camp or course that teaches her how t...
- J., I empathize with your frustration. My 6-year-old refuses to wipe at all (after peeing or pooping) unless I'm standing there, making her do it. I don't underst...
Seek Advice for 7 Year Old Son
Asked by J.S. from Chicago
on May 21, 2008
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My son is in first grade. Has severed ADHD, Sensory Integrations Dysfuntion and LD in reading. He is in special ed 2.5 hours a day and has made good reading progress. ...
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- Speak to your Dr. about short term meds for later in the day. My daughter is on adderall 15 mg xr (extended release) that she takes in the morning and lasts about unt...
- I may not have any good advice, but let me sympathize with you. My daughter, who is now 15, used to thrown "temper tantrums" all the time. I can't tell you how many ...
- My 9 y.o stepson is also ADHD and has sensory issues. What you described sounds like him when he first came to live with us when he was four. It has been a VERY long...
Child with Impulsive Aggression
Asked by K.R. from Los Angeles
on June 27, 2008
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I am a mother of a 10 yr old son with PDD-NOS (autistic disorder) and ADHD. I believe he is at the onset of puberty as he has been acting out more. He knows what he ...
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- Homeopathy is really helpful. Go to www.bluedominoes.com as they have great book suggestions and you can order or just check them out from your library. My son was h...
- Hi K., Go onto the Future Horizon website: https://www.fhautism.com/cgi-bin/shopper.cgi?search=action&category=BK04&keywords=all and check out the two workbo...
- I have a 7 year old son with PDD-NOS and he is sometimes aggressive. I have no solutions, but since you say your son immediately regrets it, maybe he just needs frequ...
EXTRA Bossy 8 Year Old
Asked by M.B. from Washington DC
on February 15, 2012
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I write 8 year old but she has been this way since she was one. She cannot let go of anything, she does not back down. To this day, even though we remind her DAILY (...
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- Hi, M.: What you have here is a child might be on the verge of a conduct disorder. She certainly is exhibiting bullying behavior. Now how do you how her accoun...
- Yes, as someone else put it -- being very consistent with her is key. But you also might be talking about this so much with her -- meaniing to reinforce the lessons --...
- This sounds a LOT like my son, except for the getting in people's faces. But the need to know every word of what other people are saying and to be in control all the ...
Anger Management for 7 Year Old
Asked by L.B. from Chicago
on September 23, 2008
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I did get the book "How to Take the Grrr Out of Anger." Thanks, it is perfect for this situation. The parents are already doing most of the other suggestions.
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- The best advice I can offer is to get him involved in running. There are running programs & clubs for kids his age. Training daily will not only improve his health it ...
- Here's an article I think might help. This website is a great resource: http://www.empoweringparents.com/Angry-Child-Fix-the-Behavior-Not-the-Feelings.phpe for pare...
- I PROMISE the book "how to really love your child" by Ross campbell will be helpful...he also worte, How to Really Love Your Angry Child" it's good too...but start wit...
