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Tantrums of 2 yrs baby
This same question asked to Paediatrician in Practo with fees. But not satisfied with response. My Son is 2 years and 3 months old. He has the habit of hitting his head strongly on others head, floor or other things when he is angry. Some times hits his own face with hand. This habit started about 6 months ago. Now it is worsen more
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Features suggest temper tantrum. Head banging will result in self injury or injury to others. Collect all the information which makes your child angry and avoid those things. Slapping of children will worsen this condition. Make playful environment and often encourage and appreciate good behaviour of your child. This will improve your child head banging
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keep out of reach sharp objects, as they may harmful when your child is angry
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This is called head banging and is known at this age. Please visit a child psychologist. They can help with behavioural therapy. Nothing to worry about as this habit goes away time
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Dr. Ramya Srinath
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
Bangalore
These are sounding like temper tantrums with head banging.
There are specified methods and routines to follow to slowly decrease and stop these episodes.
Book an appointment with me to discuss further.
You can follow me on Instagram @pediatrician_india
for more helpful tips !
Take care !
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