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5 year old grandson with major personality changes to include severe temper trantrums, has completely rejected many daily rituals. complains of itching to the point of taking off all clothes. no rashes or bites. not sleeping at night until after midnight. having behavior issues at school....not getting along with other kids which is also a major change in personality. Has both ADD and bipolar in his family.
Hi dear , I have gone through your question and i understand your concern. Dear Grandmaa every child is not born with knowing everything but as per behavioral changes you described and history of Psychiatric problems in associated members it doesn't seems to be quite normal. I would like you to investigate child for - * Developmental milestones according to age. * Learning curve . * Social and behavioral skills. * IQ score Every child needs soft corner ,I suggest you to know what are his liking and know his stimulus for such behavioral changes. Give him extra time to understand his problem and counsel and advise you for vacation to provide some different environment . Playing have positive impact and keep eye on proper nutrition. Though Psychiatric counseling is best option ,with multiple sessions you will be benefited. I have seen dramatic improvement in cases I have seen till now. Hope you find the answer helpful, please do get back for further queries I will be happy to assist you.Please rate 5 stars for finding some benefits with this information it will ignite me to help more. Wishing your good health. Regards Dr.Vigyan Mishra
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How To Avoid Severe Temper Tantrums Of Child?
Hi dear , I have gone through your question and i understand your concern. Dear Grandmaa every child is not born with knowing everything but as per behavioral changes you described and history of Psychiatric problems in associated members it doesn t seems to be quite normal. I would like you to investigate child for - * Developmental milestones according to age. * Learning curve . * Social and behavioral skills. * IQ score Every child needs soft corner ,I suggest you to know what are his liking and know his stimulus for such behavioral changes. Give him extra time to understand his problem and counsel and advise you for vacation to provide some different environment . Playing have positive impact and keep eye on proper nutrition. Though Psychiatric counseling is best option ,with multiple sessions you will be benefited. I have seen dramatic improvement in cases I have seen till now. Hope you find the answer helpful, please do get back for further queries I will be happy to assist you.Please rate 5 stars for finding some benefits with this information it will ignite me to help more. Wishing your good health. Regards Dr.Vigyan Mishra