Question
Children throw tantrums at the slightest provocation, acting like they’re crazy, hitting, throwing things, and shouting. The teacher recommended that we see a psychologist. What should I do? Please help.
Answer
Firstly, it is necessary to determine whether the child’s problem is due to personality and temperament or a mental disorder, which requires direct examination and assessment of the child. Firstly, parents should communicate with the child to understand how the child views their behavior, what they were experiencing at the time, their thoughts and feelings, and how they felt afterward, etc. If the child is clear about their own behavior and thoughts, it may be a personality habit issue, which can then be addressed through psychological counseling to find the cause and make adjustments.