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Resistance to Change
At three, kids already have their own opinion about things. This is the age when they want to do things themselves or want things done their way. This is why some kids throw a temper tantrum when you make changes in your home. Comfort and safetyKids find comfort and safety in consistency. And since kids this age are in the "do-in-myself" phase, they may be reacting to changes made withou... [Read More]
How to Encourage Listening and Cooperation
Most three year-olds enjoy their sudden ability to speak and move about on their own. More often than not, these factors contribute to fuel temper tantrums and behavior problems. If you are experiencing this kind of problem with your three-year old, the Mayo Clinic recommends doing the following:Set and enforce limitsSometimes, acting defiant is a toddler's response to a lack of limits. Look at th... [Read More]
Temper Tantrums: What's Normal?
Temper tantrums, according to Dr. Jay L. Hoecker of the MayoCinic, are a normal part of growing up. Your child may be seeking attention or is tired, hungry, or uncomfortable. They are also often expressions of a child's frustrations; when they can not get their parents or any object to do what they want. As self-control improves, temper tantrums occur less often. In fact, most kids outgrow temper ... [Read More]
Attention Problems: ADHD or Trauma?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD has become quite a common condition among many kids today causing many to have attention problems that may hinder their normal growth. But there can be instances when ADHD can also be misdiagnosed in children having such attention problems. Certain situations can cause certain behaviors in children that may be indicative of ADHD. But there can also ... [Read More]
Parenting Styles Influence Kids Internet Use
Researchers say that there are several factors that can shield young people from the harmful effects of online porn. Psychologist and technology researcher Larry Rosen, PhD, of California State University, Dominguez Hills, is looking at one of them. In his yet-to-be-published study, Rosen discovered that teens' and pre-teens' actions on the online social network MySpace (including looking at other... [Read More]
Babies React to Emotions on TV
According to 2 recent studies, babies as young as 12 months old "appear to 'read' and respond to TV actors' emotions. Both researches observed 32 infants. In the first study, the babies were 12 months old. In the second, the babies were 10 months old. The babies watched a 20-second, taped segment wherein a woman focused on a toy (e.g. a 12-inch spiral letter, or a garden house adapter connect... [Read More]
PTSD May Be Linked to Youth Suicide
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is the third leading cause of death among 15- to 24-year olds in 2005. This accounts for about 2.3% of all deaths every year in the United States. Recent research implies that the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may be linked with attempted suicide in youth.Holly C. Wilcox of Johns Hopkins Children's Center (... [Read More]
Preparing Your Child for School
Playing make-believe is normal for kids. All of us played the role of princesses, cops, superheroes, ballerinas, etc. at some point during our childhood. Remember how much fun you had. Studies however, suggest that playing make-believe is not only fun for kids, it also helps prepare them for school. Studies conducted by Singer and Singer's (1992, 2001) research group trained parents, home care pro... [Read More]
Tips to Build Resilience in Teens
There are two sides of being a teenager. The first is the fun side: having good times with friends, blushing at the sight of a cute guy/girl, or talking about the latest fashion. The other is bleak: problems with grades, bullying, loss of a loved one, or a conflict with parents.Why do some teens can go through tough times and still end up with their heads up high? And why do others have difficulty... [Read More]
Warning Signs of Suicidal Behavior
Some people who have difficulty coping with their feelings lash out at others. But others direct violence toward themselves when they face tremendous amount of pressure. This is serious. The final and most distressing expression of this kind of self-violence is suicide.Potential suicide victims behave in some recognizable ways before trying to take their own lives. One of the most important steps ... [Read More]