Obsessive Compulsive Disorders: Preschooler
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Does My 4 Year Old Son Have Obsessive Compulsive Behavior?
Asked by A.C. from Los Angeles
on February 16, 2007
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Ever since he began to walk, my son has been fixated on electrical objects- first vacuum cleaners, then fans, and now electrical plugs. He unplugs everything!! I am ...
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- A., ARE YOU AWARE THAT THERE ARE SOCKET PLUG COVERS FROM THE HARDWARE STORE OR WALL-MART, ETC. THERE IS NO NEED FOR ANY MORE FRUSTRATION. ALSO, SPECIAL BABY LOCKS FO...
- A.- OCD? I don't think so. He probably just has a very curious mind and will grow up to be a electrical engineer or an architect! Both my boys were adventuresome ...
- i don't think thats ocd, i think he's a curious little boy. mine is the same way. he's just looking for things to do.
Is My 3 Year Old OCD?
Asked by J.S. from Phoenix
on November 25, 2011
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Hi Moms. I don't know what to do anymore. I need some advice. My husband and I are exhausted because our 3 year old boy has been out of control lately. Every time ...
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- Hi, J. - If you have a serious concern that your child may have OCD or some other issue, I would suggest you consult your pediatrician right away. Your son sounds mu...
- When in doubt... get an eval. Worst case scenario is that they/it (the behavior "it") is COMPLETELY NORMAL. Why worst case? Because best case is that there ...
- TOTALLY normal 3 year old behavior. It's not OCD, it's him pushing to see how far he take things, it's him trying to control the situation (and you). I don't know th...
How to Deal with a Child with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Asked by A.W. from Elkhart
on March 27, 2008
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I have a 4 year old son who is very OCD. He has not yet been diagnosed but we are on our way to doing so. We fight daily over clothes that "tickle", shoes that "rub"...
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- I totally agree with the moms, that does not sound like OCD. It definitely sounds like sensory processing disorder. My 2 yr old has the same thing. I would recommend h...
- My soon-to-be stepdaughter (11 years old) was diagnosed with OCD at a very young age. She takes Zoloft to control it, and it's very effective. If you're skeptica...
- My son started exhibiting those same types of behavior at that age. He would only wear certain types of underwear, shirts and pants. He would cry everyday before scho...
Obsessive Compulsive 7 Year Old??? Symptoms
Asked by J.M. from Providence
on March 2, 2008
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Does anyone have any experience or give me add'l info about OCD in children?
The other day I discovered my almost 7 year old hands were extremely raw and chapped....
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- Ask your pediatrician for a mental health specialist recommendation. Your little boy is showing you the signs, get him help. Look for a pediatric mental health practic...
- i know a boy (5yrs) he hates to be sticky, he is constantly counting things and needs to have things done a certain way. If things such as betime or getting dressed d...
- Dear Jill, I hope that you get responses from people qualified/experienced but in case you don't, I wanted to say to yo that your child seems to be exhibiting typical...
4 Year Old Daughter Making Me Insane
Asked by A.P. from Chicago
on December 6, 2006
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I was just wondering if we are going through a normal phase. My 4 year old daughter is in the midst of the terrible 4's..(forget the terrible 2's, 4 is way worse!!)Lat...
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- I am having the same problem with my daughter and she is only 3!! Ever since she started daycare/preschool, I can see that she is picking up bad habits from other chil...
- Wow, we are in the same boat. I have a 4yo girl and a 20 month old girl and I am going nuts too. I know that some of my oldest's actions are due to jealousy from the...
- WOW...I was just about to post the SAME THING!!! CAN SOMEONE GIVE US HELP PLEASE!
Normal 3 Year Old Behavior?
Asked by S.P. from Philadelphia
on June 15, 2008
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Hi Moms
I am hoping that other Mom's who have already raised a 3 year old boy can give me some advice or insight. I just don't know if this is typical 3 year old bo...
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- Check out this website for some helpful information www.dianecraft.org V.
- I would echo what some of the other moms have said - It's worth your piece of mind to have him evaluated for an Autism Spectrum disorder. I work with these kids a lot...
- My daughter was very sensitive to noise as well when she was young. The movie trailers in the movie theater are always loud and made her cover her ears, and she would...
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...
Need Toy for 3 Year Old with ADHD
Asked by A.F. from Louisville
on November 18, 2008
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Hello,
I have a 3 year old nephew with ADHD. I am trying to find a Christmas gift for him, but I'm not coming up with any good ideas. His Mom wants me to get him ...
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- If you're looking for stocking stuffers, I might suggest "fidget toys", like stress balls, or small toys with moving (but not detachable) parts that he can "manipulate...
- GEARATION...is the name of a great toy that i think would be perfect. It is a board that has one spinning wheel in the middle( it runs on batteries) and you add pieces...
- My son is now 8 and we've dealt with ADHD since he was around 3. First, he loved LEGO'S at that age, still loves them. Second, don't be too quick to think that board...
Totally Uncontrollable 3 Year Old Boy
Asked by K.C. from Springfield
on June 13, 2010
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Hello-
My friend's 3 year old son has behavior that is out of control. He is a friendly, loving boy but she can't take him anywhere because he is completely unmanage...
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- Tell your friend (if she seeks advice) to get him in to the pediatrician for his/her advice. The impulsive behavior and significant meltdowns could be markers of ADHD....
- Your friend should talk to her pediatrician and then heed the advice she is given even if it is uncomfortable. Even if he is tall for his age, 50 lbs is not even on...
- Sounds like there are a couple of things going on here. You didn't mention what he eats, but a 3 year old should weight around 30lbs. He is definitely overweight. If ...
4 Year Old Quitter
Asked by J.F. from Phoenix
on April 2, 2008
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I have a four year old son who is very tall for his age and is very athletic. My son was in soccer for two seasons. Some soccer games he would play. Some he would hi...
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- I don't believe that four-year-olds have the maturity to play competitive sports. It should be just for fun until he is emotionally ready for competition. Until then...
- Keep taking him to the classes. Let him sit on the sidelines and watch until he wants to join. If the classes are geared for four year olds, they will totally unders...
- I have four children, all with different personalities, and have found that some of my children are more comfortable trying new things than others. It might be a cont...
