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Behavioral query of 6y old boy
My 5y 10m old boy acts very awkwardly when around a lot of people - even if it's family. He is very attached to me. He is absolutely fine and very active. However, at school he is very very quite.. Not talking much.
Now coming to gatherings - he won't do anything he is asked to do when there are a lot of people around. Especially posing for pictures. He doesn't want to look at the camera and smile.
like during my younger daughters birthday, seniors in the family told him to hold her hand while she cut the cake, but he wouldn't. He was in some other world roaming around and would not even hear what he was being told.Many more like this.
Also, he has some deep set fears which he can't let go, to the extent he breaks down.. Fear to go to a crowded place, especially if it's medical. Fear if his mother applies anything on her face like a face pack, loud sounds like wedding band, loud music, anything.
He doesn't like being cuddled by men or anyone strong. are these behaviours normal?
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Your son is attached to you and he is very active. There is a difference in his behaviour in school and social gatherings. It seems like he feels anxious in social gatherings. Your son is afraid to go to crowded places and he is afraid of noises. Your son has deep set fears. It is necessary to know what is causing him to have certain fears which is fear of being in a crowded place, fear if mother applies anything on face, and fear of loud noises.
Consult a psychologist and explain about his fears. It seems like he is going through something. Do not worry as he grows older he will feel better. Counselling sessions will help him.
I understand you are worried about your son. You are a caring parent. Be calm and relax.
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Consult a psychologist
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Contact me for counselling session. Along with counselling I can suggest natural foods to calm the mind.
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At such tender age your putting quite a lot of Expectations on a 5 year old but I don't blame you for that as you want him to enjoy and interact with the surrounding.
Children usually outgrow themselves after certain point of time but yes if the problem is persistent and you are viewing as a mother then you need to contact counselling psychologist and I have done my child counselling for the past 4 years so in case you want me to sit with you and talk about your issue then you can contact me below
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children are tender like seedlings they will grow in given time
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Since you find the behaviour repetitive and distressing it may not be normal. The symptoms suggest selective mutism, social anxiety/ phobia and may be few other phobia as well which are amenable to change with counseling and psychotherapy. These may be subsequent to some traumatic experiences too.
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detailed evaluation for existing problems by psychologist
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Autism also has to be evaluated which may explain this kind of behaviour
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This is withdrawal behaviour of the child
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find out his interest in play toys and games, allow him to play with his favourite toys .parents should take him to social gatherings frequently, to rid off his shyness . stop compelling which he don't like. Encourage the child with good conversation and stories. provide him sufficient love,affection and care.
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As the child grows....this awkward behaviour disappear.
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
Psychologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi... Most of the things you have shared appear very normal and suggest introversion and nothing else. Still it will be best to seek professional help. Please consult a child psychologist or a psychologist to identify if there are any repressed issues that he might be suffering from, especially abuse of any kind or a mental health condition like ADHD, etc.
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Consult a Psychologist.
Interpersonal Guidance and Counselling is required.
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
More you will force more he will develop aversion.he will outgrow with time..let him be for few months..so that he can evolve himself.plz connect
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