“I had it first!”, “Give me that, mom!”, “Mom, she is looking at me!”, “Get out of my room!”, “I am not playing then!”. I am going to assume you are no stranger to these phrases. Child behavior problems can drive you crazy! I am usually up to my ears with whining by the end of the day. With 5 kids of our own child behavior problems are a staple in our house! I know they are just kids, but the constant fighting and bickering is enough to drive you insane sometimes hey?

Consistency

You can use almost any type of behavior tool on your kids but no method will work unless you are consistent. Weird I know, it is the kids who are out of control and I am saying you are the ones who have to work at it. I have been doing this for almost 8 years (our oldest just turned 8 and our youngest is almost 2) and child behavior problems will continue to exist in a house if you are not consistent. If you do something stick with it. Do not give up right away because you think it is not working.

Kids Will Test You

Child behavior problems are not any different from one family to the next. All kids will push boundaries and test you until you are about to break. We do reward charts, behavior charts, time-outs you name it with our kids and although they were excited to start the behavior modification, it never lasted more than a few days. I could never figure out why they never took me seriously. It was like they were mocking me! I was going out of my mind!

Stop the Madness

Child behavior problems do not need to take over your life. What if you could go to the store and get EVERYTHING on your list? What if your kids talked to you in a normal voice without ATTITUDE? When you ask them to clean their room THEY DO IT. Sure would be nice.

By: Tawni Ambrosius

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Can the economic downturn effect your child’s behavior? Can your child’s behavior problems get worse because you are worrying about your financial situation? Can financial problems even create behavior problems?

Absolutely. So what’s the connection?

The real reason why this happens is simply stress.

Economic problems create massive amounts of stress. Parents are stressed. Stressed parents create stressed kids. Stress shows up in kids as behavior problems. But it can also show up as language problems, focus problems and learning problems, too.

According to a research study released to the American Association For The Advancement of Science in Feb. 2008 on families who were under stress brought on by poverty, the underlying cause of the children’s problems was this toxic stress at home.

Behavior problems and learning problems then aren’t a result of financial crisis, exactly. Instead, they are a result of the stress parents are under and how they related to their children due to that stress. Stressed parents yell and snap at their kids more, harming their self-esteem. These parents are often preoccupied with their own worries and aren’t able to give their children the attention and guidance that they need.

So problems in the economy can easily translate to child behavior problems in your home.

So the big question is: Can you “recession-proof’ your child and your family?

Again, the answer is absolutely.

The researchers found the single most important factor in helping families under toxic stress was to make sure these parents had good parenting skills. They gave these parents an 8 week class on how to better communicate with their kids.

Specifically, the parents learned how to communicate with kids effectively and reduce power struggles.

What they found was that the children’s behavior, IQ and ability to learn was turned around by changing how the parents related to them at home.

In addition, this report again supports a parenting style that understands kids can’t learn the “right behavior ” when they are under stress.

This was exactly my experience. My family was under a lot of stress and my child began hitting, kicking an biting me, other kids and babies. And because of the stress I was under, I was yelling at her. Things just spiraled downward from there.

The bottom line was my yelling created more and more aggression and other behavior problems in my child.

And the problem was solved in a similar way…

I got a parenting mentor, who taught me exactly what was going on and HOW to turn it around and do things differently. I went out and learned the parenting and communication skills and tools I needed.

The yelling and behavior problems have turned into giggles, hugs and kisses. The power struggles have disappeared.

I now know exactly what to do to set limits and turn around behavior problems without yelling, threatening or punishing.

So what can you do right now to help your child and yourself?

Reduce your stress. Do what ever it takes so you’re not yelling at your children or becoming so preoccupied with your worries that you aren’t paying attention to them. Exercise, lavender baths, talking with someone supportive (this doesn’t count if the person causes you more stress). Do what ever it takes to reduce your stress. Set aside time for 20 minutes of unstructured play with your children every day. Basically, do whatever your child wants to do to connect with you. This is a time for having fun together and building your relationship not teaching, correcting, or “Good Jobbing” them. Get Parenting Help and Better Communication Skills. An investment in your family made in this way will be well worth it in the long run. Even if it means cutting out a toy or two for Christmas or eating at home more. This is an investment that could not only save you tons of headaches and heartaches in the future by turning around your child’s behavior problems before they get out of control, but also save you the financial cost these problems are likely to bring.
Right now, imagine ways that you apply these simple steps in your family. What are some of the ways you’ve reduced your stress in the past that have worked? Who are your most supportive friends and family members or professionals you’ve worked with? Where could you get better parent communication skills?

Now, imagine how much you’ll enjoy hearing your child giggle as you play together.

By: Rosie Centeno

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Why do children bit their nails, suck their thumbs or have other small habits parents find annoying? Even though the specifics reasons of why are not always known, the general reason is very common. The child gains benefit from it.

Now, you could say “yeah, but why do they not stop it”. The reason is because the benefit they gain is more important to them by doing the behavior than it is by not doing the behavior.

Think about this for yourself for a moment. Would you rather do things that give you love, attention, a good feeling inside and comfort, or would you do things that gave you the opposite? Do not get confused between the behavior and the benefit.

The benefit is always seen as a positive benefit to the child. Sometimes they will get the benefit from acceptable behaviours. Other times they get it from non-acceptable behaviours.

The reason may not be clear to the child. It is often stored in the subconscious and not easily accessible by the conscious mind. When they suck their thumb and you ask, “why do you do that behavior?” they will not be able to say or they will respond with “I want to”.

So what can you do to help them change it? Here are 5 steps you can use to help your child change:

The child may not always be able to explain what benefit they receive. If you ask every now and then, they will think about it and many children eventually come up with the reasons why! Alternative questions you can ask when the child does not know what benefit they get is: “if they did know what would it be?” or “just make it up and tell me what you think it could be”? Ask what go you get out of that behavior? When you ask this question you are not saying to the child you are wrong in what you do. If you ask it in a curious way, then you can also get your child curious so the child can think about. Find something your child really enjoys doing that is linked to acceptable behavior. Say the child likes the draw and paint. When they are doing this activity or behavior, observe whether they do the unacceptable behavior, such as thumb sucking or nail biting. Usually they do not. This means the child gets their needs or benefits meet from this acceptable behavior. Who is someone the child looks up to who could be a role model? Make sure that the person they pick does not have the unacceptable behavior you are looking at your child releasing. As you get the child to talk about this person, check that they see this person as important for acceptable reasons. Then help the child see that this person does not do the unacceptable behavior. Find a place your child likes to play. It could be a room, a park, by the beach, a playground or anywhere else. If they like to play there it usually means they feel safe in that environment. For a child to change, they need to feel safe and security in the knowledge that it is ok to change. To assist the child in releasing the unacceptable behavior and replacing it with acceptable behavior, have your child sit down, close their eyes and begin to daydream. You can lead your child through an imagination session where they becoming the person they see as important, from step 3. Have them imagine as they dream about being that person, that they see the other person doing only acceptable behavior. Help the child realize that the person does not do the unacceptable behavior. Next, have the child imagine they are in that place of safety like in step 4. Have them really imagine they are there. While in that safe place have them see them doing the activity from step 2. Have the child realize the unacceptable behavior is not welcome in this fun, friendly, safe environment. As the child understands, they begin to let the unacceptable behavior go. Then you encourage the child to let it go completely. You can say to the child, when they leave the nice dream place, the unacceptable behavior will finally go away and it does not need to come back. The child can still have the benefits it gave by doing the acceptable behavior from step 2.

A child’s imagination is very strong and helps them to learn and grow. You can use this to benefit your child as they develop and move through their life.

By: David Donahoo

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ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a common psychological disorder that often becomes perceptible once a child starts preschool. Millions of children are diagnosed with ADHD each year, many of them before the age of six. The most prevalent form of treatment is typically prescription medication, which may help to reduce the symptoms of ADHD so the child can function normally in a school setting. Unfortunately, drug medications are not without side effects and can be addictive. For these reasons, many parents seek treatment for ADHD through behavior therapy.

Behavioral therapy, also known as behavior management, is shown to have positive results on ADHD children. The goal of behavior therapy in ADHD children is to increase the desired behaviors. This is typically achieved through using positive reinforcements when the child acts appropriately. The first step of therapy is typically to improve the relationship between the child and the parents. This is coupled with providing negative consequences and positive reinforcements to help the child increase his or her interest in pleasing the parents.

Part of the success of behavior therapy for ADHD children lies in the active interest and support of the child’s parents. Parents need to take an active role in making the therapy work for their child. This includes making and following a game plan to which both parents need to use to help guide the child to success. Parents should discuss the ongoing therapy with the doctor to ensure that the program is working for their child.

One of the most important factors in using behavioral therapy is to identify the problem early and start treatment as soon as possible. Even very young ADHD children will benefit from some form of behavioral therapy. One problem has always been early detection of ADHD in children. In the past small children that had disciplinary problems may have been expelled and told to wait until they matured slightly to enter pre-school.

Recent studies have found that when behavior therapy is started very young it can be quite successful as an alternative treatment for ADHD. In a 5-year study conducted by researchers at Lehigh University, Pennsylvania, 135 preschoolers with ADHD were treated with a variety of behavior-only therapies. After a year, researchers found that the children’s behavior and learning had improved by about 30 percent. The most effective techniques are based on consistency in rules and routine when dealing with good and bad behaviors.

In many cases, ADHD children can be treated successfully without the use of medications or through the use of reduced medication coupled with behavior therapy. ADHD children respond well the younger they are when they are diagnosed and treated. If you have concerns about whether or not your child is exhibiting symptoms of ADHD you should consult with a doctor. A qualified specialist can perform simple tests to determine if the child has ADHD and if so the severity of the condition.

By: Alvin Toh

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My 14 month old daughter will bite another child if that child has anything my child wants. How can I stop this behavior?

Child biting is common, but serious and must be attended to swiftly and
consistently, so children learn it is not appropriate. In order to understanding this
behavior, you need to know something about development. For instance, a baby
may bite because she’s teething and it feels good to bite down on something when
gums are sore. Toddlers are in the oral stage and explore the world primarily
through their mouths. This means they put things in their mouths that they
shouldn’t and it also means they sometimes bite. During the toddler years is when it
is appropriate to teach a child that biting others is unacceptable.

Understand that child biting and hitting often occur because young
children don’t know how to express themselves verbally. They may bite to make
contact with another child or to defend themselves when threatened. They may bite
because they’re frustrated, angry or overwhelmed or because they want something
that isn’t theirs.

As a parent, you can stop child biting by giving your child alternative means to
make contact with others, to defend herself and to express her feelings, rather than
acting out when she feels overwhelmed. This is how you begin to cultivate
emotional intelligence in your child.

How to Stop a Child from Biting

Take each instance of child biting behavior and use it as an opportunity to teach
your child that such behavior is not acceptable. For instance, if you see your child
bite another child, rush over and say to the child, “Ouch! That must have hurt! Are
you okay?” Your compassion for the child your child has bitten will help your
daughter start to have compassion for others and see how her behavior impacts
them. If your daughter bites to get attention, she will also learn that biting others
does not get her what she wants because at least initially, your attention is focused
on the victim.

Take your daughter aside and say with a sad face, “You hurt your friend.” State this
as a fact, not as an accusation. You don’t want to shame or belittle her for behavior,
but you want her to start to see how her behavior hurts others.

Try to discover the need that drove your daughter’s behavior. Was she tired, hungry,
scared? Was she feeling ignored by her friend? Was she angry? Tease out and do
your best to answer this need.

Ask your daughter how she thinks her friend feels. (If you have ever been bitten by a
child, then you know firsthand how shocking this can be. When my eldest son was
14 months old, he had a modeling job with another child. Before the photographer
took the photos, he offered the toddlers something to eat. Being the sweet child my
son was, rather than take something first for himself, he offered the girl a cracker
and as he fed it to her, she bit him hard. He was absolutely stunned and cried like it
was the end of the world and in that moment, it was because in exchange for his
kindness and generosity, he got violence.) If your daughter can’t identify her
feelings yet (which is normal at this age), help her out. Offer feeling words like sad,
scared or angry. Next, ask her what she can do to help her friend feel better. Maybe
she can give her a hug (if the child will let her), say she’s sorry or offer to share one
of her toys.

Take each instance of child biting behavior and use it as an opportunity to
teach.

Since your daughter seems to have difficulty sharing, teach her how by role playing.
Buy her a new, inexpensive toy and show her how two people can share the same
item by taking turns. Make your turn first. If she tries to grab the toy, tell her that
she must wait until her turn or you cannot share the toy with her. After she’s had
her turn, suggest that next time she plays with a friend, she can share and wait
when it’s not her turn. If she wants to use something the other child has, she can
offer to share something of hers. Of course, it is up to the other child to decide if
sharing will occur. When she plays with other children, always make sure she has
something to share.

After all is said and done, ask your child how she feels about making things better
with her friend. If she can’t answer and at 14 months, she probably won’t be able to,
emphasize how good it feels to make someone feel better when you have hurt
them.

Again, your child will not understand most of this, but start the process of
compassion-building now. By responding swiftly and compassionately, teasing out
the need that drove the behavior and helping your child take responsibility for
making amends, the biting behavior will cease.

By: Laura Ramirez

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Parents can become overwhelmed when their child misbehaves. This usually starts when the child is a toddler and carries on as they grow. Not following directions, hitting when upset and talking back are common issues parents try to tackle everyday. Some parents have run out of options and the child has free reign to act however he or she pleases. It is important to stay in control since you are the adult and need to guide them towards good behaviors.

Many parents use physical punishment such as spanking with their children but it is not as effective as you may think. It will stop the bad behavior during that time, but it will not teach the child how to change the behavior. If he or she does not know good behavior, they are likely to continue doing the bad. Over time, physical punishment will have little effect and may even cause the child to become aggressive. There are better ways to rid them of their naughtiness.

The time-out method will quickly stop the unwanted behavior. Decide on a spot for the time-out. This should be an uninteresting area such as a corner or on a chair. The amount of time that the time-out should be can be determined by the age of the child. If the child is 5 years old, 5 minutes will be long enough for them to sit and think about why they are having a time-out. Once the minutes are done, do not talk about the incident. Instead plan ways to reward them when they are behaving well.

There are many ways to create a reward system for the child. One is by tracking their good and bad behavior on a chart. Stickers can show the total of the times the child was good. After a certain amount of stickers a reward can be given. Another way to teach the child good behavior is by using a timer. For children who procrastinate this can be quite the incentive. Assign them a task to complete. This might be cleaning their room, or washing the dishes. If it is finished by the time the timer rings, reward them. They will learn that there are benefits for doing good tasks. Praising them when they act well also helps to encourage them to continue to do so.

No one ever said parenting is easy, but there are many ways to lessen the stress and add more fun to your family. Promoting good behavior at a young age will stay with them when they are adults and have their own families.

By: Elizabeth Sultan

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Lying, stealing, swearing behaviors cause concern to parents. When a child is only two or three years old, he does not have mature moral understanding and does not fully know the difference between right and wrong. At the age of five or six, his moral development is more advanced, but he may still think that his immoral behavior is acceptable at times. At seven, however, he will certainly be fully aware of the difference between right and wrong and at this stage he will know when it is wrong to lie, steal or swear.

There are occasions when a child’s statement sound as ‘lie’ because she has given an account of incidence which does not match the true event. For child below the age of four, there may be different reasons for not describing actual facts.

The possible reasons are:

1) That she has deliberately and willfully changed the story.
2) That she has full control over what she said, she could have chosen to tell the truth.
3) And that she does not care about right or wrong.

Frequent lying in childhood can be a sign of a significant emotional problem, but it becomes disturbing for parents when they find other behavioral disorder of the child along with lying such as stealing and aggressiveness. A three year old child judges the severity of a lie in terms of the effect it has, where as for a nine year old child to tell lie arise out of the underlying intention. There is no established link between a child’s level of intelligence and his ability to tell lie. However, a child who is so bright has a greater chance of getting his lying caught.

Very often children tell lies to avoid being caught, to make presents or teachers happy or to make life more interesting. A child may tell a lie out of fear of consequences of telling the truth. That is why on the part of the parents or teachers it is important to avoid over-reacting to a lie. If the child is afraid, she will try harder to conceal her lie the next time. At times, child might tell a lie in order to make her parents or teacher happy, thinking that the statements or answer of their question will make them pleased. Young children have an amazing capacity to tell exaggerated stories about their own achievements or achievements or experience to be true because it makes life more interesting and enjoyable for him. Though harmless, this type of lie in childhood, if it becomes his permanent nature, in the later part of his life he will called a bluff master.

By: K. Siingh

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It is a pretty confusing picture. On the one hand you have the ADHD success stories like Michael Phelps and Ty Pennington. On the other hand, you have ruined marriages, ADHD children out of control and with no hope of succeeding at school or even later, in adult life. What are the easy shortcuts to solving ADHD behavior issues?

Medication for ADHD is not going to teach any kid how to behave. It would be marvellous if they could! ADHD behavior issues and their solution is the key to the whole ADHD puzzle.

The first easy shortcut to solving your child’s behavior problems is to decide that the experts are right! Yes, the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP), National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (CHADD) all approve of behavior modification. So, you are in good company. I think you will agree that they know what they are talking about.

The second easy shortcut is to opt for a home study program which you can work at your leisure without having to get in the car and travel to see a therapist. You will be saving an awful lot of money as well! So, you are at home and you can start the course.

Any good program dealing with ADHD behavior issues is going to show what it is like inside the mind of the ADHD child. You will learn about what is going on in his head and that often, multi sensory messages are downright confusing and this does explain all those attention and focus issues.

You will also learn how to tune in with your child’s teacher as she will be only too happy to collaborate. A good course will tell you how to approach the teacher and what your strategy should be.

The third easy shortcut is to be aware of what it takes to get success with this type of program. You could see results in as little as four weeks. That is a tremendous boost although lasting results will probably take about three months or longer. ADHD behavior issues are unlikely to be solved overnight and it would be unrealistic to expect that.

Last but not least, choose a course that will give you a full month to try it out with no risk. You can also avoid medicating your child with amphetamines if you opt for homeopathic medicine. Your child will need to be calm and fairly focused if the program is to work. Given that there will be no side effects, this type of medication is an ideal combination with a program dealing with ADHD behavior issues. As your child will be eating and sleeping normally like any other child, you can make slow but steady progress.

By: Robert William Locke

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If you have determined that your child’s behavior issues must be called to the attention of a professional, i.e., you think that your child needs “help”, you should act quickly to make that first appointment.

At your child’s first visit with the psychiatrist or other mental health professional, you and your child will probably be feeling anxious. That’s normal. You may have also already heard from your child that he or she doesn’t need to go, doesn’t need help, and that this is stupid (or something similar in stronger words). Again, this is to be expected, even if your child really thinks or hopes on the inside that therapy might help.

While there are many types of mental health professionals, in order to avoid excessive wordiness, I will, from here forward, refer to the mental health professional as the “therapist” unless referring to something that only one professional, i.e., a psychiatrist, can do or provide. I’m also going to use the pronoun “he” instead of having to use “he or she” or the awkward “they”. Please bear with me here.

The therapist will probably ask questions about your family’s background, habits, your child’s general health, and why you think your child needs treatment. He will want to know when your child last had a complete physical examination and may ask your permission to consult with your child’s personal physician. He will also ask about any history of mental illness on either side of your child’s family.

Be honest about your child’s problems as you see them and cite any specific instances of emotional or behavioral difficulties that you are able to recall. The therapist will probably see you and your child separately at the first visit in order to obtain the most information, as well as to learn about the problem as seen from both perspectives.

These days, you cannot make any assumptions about anything. Ask if the practitioner is licensed by your state, and ask their level of education. (Remember all those letters?) You should also feel free to ask questions about fees, appointment flexibility, cancellation policy, and insurance form processing. Ask whom you should call if you are unable to contact the doctor, especially on weekends, holidays, after hours, or in an emergency and also ask how long you might have to wait for a return call if you call in with a concern between appointments.

Good practitioners select from among many forms of psychotherapy and other treatments, depending upon your child’s needs. There are psychotherapies that help patients to change behaviors or thought patterns, psychotherapies that help patients explore the effect of past relationships and experiences on present behaviors, psychotherapies that treat family members together, and other psychotherapies tailored to help solve other problems in specific ways. Ask what type of therapy the therapist will practice with your child and feel free to ask about the benefits and risks of any treatment program the psychiatrist puts before you.

When you return home after your child’s initial session, ask your son or daughter what they thought about the therapist. You’re not asking whether or not your child thinks he or she needs counseling, but whether they think they could work with this particular professional. Think about how you both felt about the doctor. What was it like to talk to someone you’ve never met before about personal and intimate problems? Did the therapist listen and seem to have a sense for your feelings? Is this a person you could trust? Did you like the office location and setting? Remember, your comfort and your child’s comfort, both with the therapist and with the surroundings, are important considerations.

If you don’t feel comfortable with the therapist and feel this is not a good “fit”, you should pay for the visit and move on to the next therapist on your list. When the chemistry does feel right, you will have taken the first step toward helping your child overcome his problems.

Many parents are unaware of, and surprised by, the fact that information about their child’s mental health and substance use is protected under confidentially laws. Parental access to records is limited, especially in the case of older adolescents. This means that you may not have access to privileged information unless your child gives permission for that access. Ask the therapist about your and your child’s status with regard to confidentiality.

At your child’s first appointment, you should do the following.

o If you have not already asked about the therapist’s credentials, do so now. Is he a psychiatrist (i.e., a medical doctor or a doctor of osteopathy), a psychologist, a social worker, or a master’s level professional counselor? Is he licensed in the state where you live?
o If he is a psychiatrist, ask if he is an adolescent psychiatrist and whether or not he is board-certified in adolescent psychiatry?
o What is my child’s diagnosis, and how did you come to make that diagnosis? (If you’re not exactly sure what the doctor’s words mean, ask for an explanation.)
o How often will you see my child?
o What is your hourly fee? Is this for a fifty-minute hour?
o Do you take (whatever type of insurance you have) insurance?
o What is your cancellation policy?
o What should do if my child refuses to come to see you?
o Who should I call if I cannot you (the therapist), especially on weekends, holidays, after hours, or in an emergency?
o Do you have, or could you suggest, any reading material to help me understand my child’s illness?

Now that you have taken the first step toward ensuring your child’s improved mental health, be sure to follow through. Don’t be talked into missing your child’s next visit. Do what you need to do. Remember: you’re the parent and it’s your responsibility.

By: Deborah Clark Ebel

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When it comes to Asperger Syndrome Behavior and teenager problems the teen years are the hardest. That is to say that the teen years are the hardest whether your child has Asperger’s Syndrome or not! Raging hormones and frustration with social interactions at school can cause a lot of anger and bad behavior during the teen years.

Asperger Syndrome Behavior – Your child may have the need to:

* Avoid responsibility – Attending school, obeying parents

* Get something – His way in a decision, your attention, control over a situation

* Manage pain – Physical and/or emotional stress that must be alleviated

* Fulfill sensory needs – Relief from heat, cold, or to satisfy thirstreb

Your child is unlikely to identify with your feelings or comprehend others’ objections to his behaviour. The only explanation you should use with him is to specifically state that the objectionable behavior is not permitted. Your son needs to follow rules, and following rules can help to focus and modify his rebellious behavior.

Asperger Syndrome Behavior modification

Behavior modification is a therapeutic approach that can change your son’s behaviour. You need to determine the need that his rebellion/aggression fulfils and teach him an acceptable replacement behavior. For example, your son can be taught to ask for, point to, or show an emotion card to indicate the need that he is trying to fulfill.

Asperger’s Self-stimulating behaviours

Sometimes, self-stimulating behaviours such as rocking or pacing are taught as replacement behaviours, but it will take time for your son to integrate these behaviours into his daily activities. If your son is severely out of control, he needs to be physically removed from the situation. Granted, this may be easier said than done, and you may need someone to help you; yet, behaviour modification can be helpful, and it must be started as soon as possible.

Maintaining a daily routine

For children and adolescents with Asperger’s Syndrome, the importance of maintaining a daily routine cannot be stressed enough. A daily routine produces behavioral stability and psychological comfort for Asperger’s children. Also, it lessens their need to make demands.

When you establish a daily routine, you eliminate some of the situations in which your son’s behaviour becomes demanding. For example, by building in regular times to give him attention, he may have less need to show aggression to try to get that attention.

Learn to recognize and communicate the causes of his aggression with your child

Ideally over time, your child will learn to recognize and communicate the causes of his aggression and get his needs met by using communication. Unfortunately, children who get their needs met due to aggression or violence are very likely to continue and escalate this oppositional behavior.

By: Karel Micek

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