if you tell him somthing that he dont want to hear he will do thing like ...throwing anything he can get his hands on at me or his siblings he hits me and them. Im begining to think that theres something more then just tantrems what can i do?
2006-08-17 13:06:32 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
either swat him or send him to his room and ignore him until he is happy.
2006-08-17 14:32:24 · answer #1 · answered by guesswho 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I too have a three year old and he does simalar things. I'm sure they are just tantrums and nothing to worry too much about. My three year old also throws things and hits and he usually gets put in a time out for it if not spanked (depending on what he threw or how hard he hit).
Time outs usually work wonders though, even if it is just setting them down on the floor where they are having their tantrum.
2006-08-21 05:51:40 · answer #2 · answered by Just a Girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is just acting out more than likely. How do you handle these outbursts? It is so important to set limits, and more than anything be consistent. I have a boy in my class that does this. It is a challenge every single day, but we are working on it. I do not reward his outbursts, tantrams or what have you with rewards, like he doesn't have to lie down at nap time or he gets to leave the room. I always am consistent with my rules and follow through with what ever I decide to use as a "punishment" or for his "bad" choices. It's not easy, but as time passes I promise you he will mature and the situation will get better. He needs lots and lots of attention obviously. Praise him when he makes good choices, reward him when he makes good choices. It's hard and it is frustrating, but it is worth it. If you are still concerned, talk first with your pediatrician. He/She will let you know if there is any real reason for concern. For example: Hyperactivity, Autism, those sort of things. Boys are slower to mature than boys, keep that in mind as well. I wish you the best of luck. Routine, Rules, and Consistency...always all day, everyday.
2006-08-17 13:24:25 · answer #3 · answered by sleepless in the ATL 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like its just a tantrum. Its obvious that he gets irate when he doesnt get what he wants.
Is it normal for my child to have temper tantrums?
Temper tantrums are common, occurring in about 80% of children between the ages of 2 and 4. About 20% of 2-year-olds and 10% of 4-year-olds have daily temper tantrums. (from the website listed below)
2006-08-17 13:12:45 · answer #4 · answered by LaAlicia 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Use more constant discipline; time-outs, cancellations of fun plans, removal of toys/games, etc. Choose a punishment and be consistant! And put on your serious that-is-very-bad-don't-ever-do-it-again face if she hits or throws things; that is unnacceptable. You can go to a pediatrist, but don't get a counselor or anything unless the pediatrist thinks there is something wrong.
2006-08-17 17:29:56 · answer #5 · answered by q&a_08 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is only 3 and is just having temper tantrums because he wants to see how far he can get with you he is testing you. My daughter is 4 and still does this! I ignore her when she does it so that she understands that I am not agreeing with her behavior.
2006-08-17 14:21:32 · answer #6 · answered by chrissiewild79 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a degree inECE and have taught preschoolers for 2o years .. not to mention survived this age with my own two children who are now 8 and 7. Redirection and time outs my friend. It is never ok to hit anyone at any time... automatic timeout.. Also if you speak to him calmly and in a very monotone tvoice he might not react so violently. Most of the time a child is reacting to your demeanor...if you raise your voice they raise theirs.... also this is learned behavior... somewhere he's seen this and thinks this is an ok reaction...there are childrens books to read with him... and he can learn that there are consequences now for his actions.
2006-08-20 11:23:31 · answer #7 · answered by kerry m 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Def a tantrum. when my two year old does that, i send him to his r oom, somewhere by himself, because the ultrimate goal in throwing a tantrum is getting attention. you take away that factor and the tantrum will cease.
2006-08-21 08:40:58 · answer #8 · answered by ksmarriedcouple 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's more than just a temper tantrum when they hurt themselves. If he's just screaming and kicking and that whole routine, then he's just being 3. :-)
2006-08-17 13:12:35 · answer #9 · answered by BeeFree 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
take your child to the doctors incase it's behavior problems. my mum left it too late with my lil bro who's now 16 and he bin in n out ov jail and is now on drugs.
2006-08-17 13:14:53 · answer #10 · answered by youngkalz 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋