Problem Child

As a parent, it is difficult to immediately distinguish between normal behavior and true problems. Tantrums, sibling fights, irrational fears, nightmares, and general rebellion are normal parts of child development. Issues such as these are typically temporary, sporadic, and generally either disappear as children age or are resolved through appropriate discipline. In some children, however, problems don’t disappear when developmentally appropriate, do not respond to discipline, and are far out of the range of what could be considered normal.

In determining whether or not behavioral issues are normal or are the symptoms of real trouble, parents must first consider several factors, such as the age of the child, the type of problems or symptoms the child is exhibiting, and how long the problems have been noticeable. For example, though frequent and extreme tantrums may be normal for a two-year-old, this same behavior seen consistently in an older child may be cause for concern. By the same token, an occasional angry outburst may be normal developmentally for your teen, but if this behavior is consistent, professional help may be needed.

Some issues such as nail biting are minor and generally do not require professional help, unless coupled with other symptoms. Parents should seek help for problems and issues that interfere with their child’s daily functioning. If a problem or habit overwhelms the child’s ability to cope with everyday life and function in normal situations, it is cause for concern and help should be sought quickly.

Let us at Liahona Academy help your struggling teen boy. There is no need to let your son go through life with the label of a problem child. Call us at Liahona Academy toll-free at 1-877-650-4357 to learn more about what we can do to help.

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