Aggression: Preschooler
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Aggression in a 4 Year Old
Asked by A.M. from Peoria
on June 24, 2010
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Anyone out there who has problems with an overly aggressive child? I do not need anyone telling me that kids will be kids when they have not seen what is happening in...
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- Could food allergies be a factor? My son was out of control until I figured out what he was reacting to. It took me 5 years and lots of doctor appointments until I f...
- Mom, I would call the clinic where you have the appt and ask to be called asap if there are any cancellations to get your child in sooner. Also ask yourself has somet...
- I don't believe in the "Boys will be Boys" theory. I think that's an excuse. In your case, it sounds like there are issues that need to be medically or psychologic...
Aggression at Playgroup
Asked by K.L. from Savannah
on March 22, 2012
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My 16 month old son has just discovered pushing. While he doesn't do this very often (he is an only child and is not really into playing WITH kids at this age) when i...
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- Until kids can talk, they do these things because they can't verbalize what they want/need. So just keep correcting him and redirecting him. When he gets a little ol...
- I think you are doing a wonderful job already!!! Keep it up and don't get tired.
- The kids at our son's preschool were always told to keep their hands to themselves. Try passing a toy back and forth between you and your son and each of you hold it f...
Aggression and Soy Milk?
Asked by A.B. from Oklahoma City
on January 16, 2013
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Our daughter, who is 2 years 2 months is aggressive with other children. I understand this is normal toddler behaivor to a point. My husband and I are both quite mild-...
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- Never had any problems with my son who is also 26 months, but he drinks regular or organic soy milk, no the vanilla. If you cut out the vanilla soy milk and see a dif...
- Soy is actually not good for toddlers, if anything I would go with almond or rice milk, or even goat. If it is not a dairy thing then no harm in going back to cows mi...
- She probably likes the soy milk because of the vanilla flavouring. I would try vanilla flavouring in cows milk.
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...
Three Year Old: Rages with Aggression (Evaluate or Not)
Asked by A.S. from Portland
on June 14, 2010
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This post is primarily directed toward parents of children who are intensely spirited who have considered or gone down the path of an evaluation. (Please note, we are ...
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- Seek an evaluation. You have a very consistent and well though out dicipline plan that would work for a typical child, and you have seen typical children so you know ...
- Wow. You must be really tired. Sounds like you are doing a lot of great parenting... and like you're in a very similar situation to what happened with us and our oldes...
- the big fit over something trivial sounds exactly like my daughter. never know what will set her off. when she took naps, she used to wake up crying inconsolably and...
Need Advise on How to Stop My Almost 4 Year Old from Hitting Kids at School
Asked by L.L. from Chicago
on October 29, 2008
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Hi, I'm a SAHM of two beautiful daughters an almost 4 year old and a 5 month old. I'm looking for some advise from you moms out there that may be experiencing the same...
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- Time outs and "consequences" are probably not the best solution. There are several great books that teach an alternative parenting approach known as "loving regulatio...
- I have an almost 4 year old son who recently went through a similar situation. He was fine in his preschool last year, but when he started preschool this year he was ...
- I'm muddling through this with you...my 4 y/o daughter who normally loves other people and is totally sweet has started infringing on other people's space too, sometim...
ADHD In a 3 Year Old....
Asked by T.G. from Columbia
on March 22, 2007
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I am having a real problem with my 3 year old son. He has been diagnosed with ADHD, ODD and intermittent explosive disorder. My problem is the yelling, back talking ...
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- Hi T.. As a prek social worker I think a second opinion would be an excellent step. Also in your school district your three year old may have a behavioralist or inclus...
- Go get help immediately. There are services on line with these types of problems. I would get professional help. It will be the best for you and your son. good luck- d...
- I recommend the book Creative Corrections. It's by Lisa Weishel (spelling?). She was one of the characters in The Facts Of Life. This book is all about creative way...
Problems at Preschool with 4 Year Old.
Asked by A.B. from Raleigh
on March 1, 2008
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We are having behavior issues with our 4 year old boy at preschool. He goes to a private Christian Preschool where he has gone for over a year. When the school year st...
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- That sounds to me like a lot of kids to be in one classroom of four year olds. I am not accusing you or your husband of anything but has anything happened at home lik...
- Sounds like he is having trouble during transition times. I use to teach elementary school so I am not sure if this will help. They my need to have signal that tells...
- The correct ratio for a 4-year old preschool class is 1 teacher to 5 children with a maximum of 10 children in a class with two teachers . . . 19 children is a violati...
Need Help with 4 Year Old Bully
Asked by K.B. from Jacksonville
on August 3, 2011
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ok-I am going to start this with "If you do not have something nice to say--please do not say anything at all" I am here for advise on what to do--please?
I have tw...
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- Hi K., It sound like you may need to ramp up your consequences for bad behavior; timeouts aren't working. I agree with the removal of privileges, whatever those may ...
- Just to add to what you've already gotten here, could he have a food allergy or sensitivity that is affecting his behavior? Try reasearching the link between rambunct...
- You have some good responses so I will just add maybe you should find a different therapist for his aggressive ways. Them telling you just consistency is not much to g...
My 4 Year Old Bit Another Child!
Asked by T.W. from San Francisco
on August 17, 2011
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Hi Mama's,
I picked up my 4 year old son from preschool today and found out from his teacher that he bit another kid. The teacher was not able to give me many deta...
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- People, when part of a group, tend to have a "pack" mentality, much like animals. You say your son was part of a group of kids that were getting "rowdy." I chalk the...
- This happened to my son twice at two different pre-schools. The one where the parent did not apologize we were soo livid that they ended up removing him. The other, th...
- I don't think I'd expect an apology - but if I was close to the other parents, I'd want them to acknowledge the incident. If I didn't know them, I'd probably want them...
