I have a 6-year-old male cousin that I babysit often, who is a generally a good child. However, he thrives on attention - way too much. Often when I visit his house with other people, I can tell that my aunt, uncle, and other adults are embarrassed by his behavior. He always needs to be the center of attention, and it is frustrating and causes a lot of problems when company is over. If someone is doing something and clearly all eyes are on them, he will run in front and do/say something (often rude 6yro childish humor) to bring the attention to him. Also, when others are in conversation that don't include him and he wants attention, he will stop and scream loudly (not for anything in particular, just to bring all eyes to him) or repeatedly call out from a faraway distance, "Look at me!"
During gatherings with adults, I sometimes have to watch over him, which is why his behavior is also very frustrating for me. How can I get him to stop this? It's rude/annoying/tiresome!
2007-08-17
03:13:29
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Madeline B.
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