Everyone who has a child or is surrounded by a child has probably seen an annoying fit of anger. Most children argue, they are uncooperative and complain about their parents and their powers from time to time. But when this anger and hostility occurs, this can lead to other problems with friends, At school or home, here's something to worry about.
When parents and caregivers ignore the anger of young children and pre-school children, it is difficult to overlook later in life. A big, violent child can be dangerous to himself and others.
What's normal?
Natural tantrums can occur when a child is tired, frustrated, or during routine times such as sleeping or changing clothes.
As for the abnormal when it explodes anywhere, or when the intense anger causes the exhaustion of the child, when it is constantly these warning signs.
Some of the things that cause anxiety about anger in children:
- Enmity towards people, things or both: A child may want to hit or kick the caregiver, but when this happens in more than half of the fits of anger that affect the child, there can be a problem.
- When the child tries to hurt himself: he can try some things like, bite himself, injure himself, hit his head against the wall, or hit his foot kicking in something.
- Repeating many tantrums: At home, it means that it takes about 10-20 episodes per month, or if it happens more than 5 times a day, this is also a concern.
- Long tantrums: If the fits of anger usually lasted more than 25 minutes, this indicates the problem of what lies behind them.
Causes of tantrums:
- Hyperactivity and lack of attention.
- Anxiety.
- learning difficulties .
Sensory treatment issues.
Autism.
The so-called "disorder of disruptive behavior" can also be a cause, which is more than just a fit of anger, including a picture of acts that conflict with daily life and include:
- Fighting .
- Cruelty.
- Controversy.
Challenge of power.
There are two common types of disruptive behavior disorder, namely, ODD, challenge disorder, and CD behavior.
Disagreement of the Opposition Challenge: Some signs may indicate that it may seem evil, disturbing or harsh to others. The child is very hostile, spends too much time arguing or challenging his authority, and is more likely to worry, depression with age.
Behavior Disorder: It may appear to have some problems in daily life with friends or family. Their behavior includes disruptive acts, persistent violence or bullying, use of weapons, destruction of property, theft and lying.
If you are concerned about your child's behavior talk to your pediatrician and may recommend visiting a psychologist or psychiatrist, if necessary, it should be noted that early treatment helps focus on goals such as teaching the child to deal with anger and frustration in different ways more appropriate.
