Question
What’s causing the unexplained crying in young children?
Answer
Young children’s crying can be categorized into two types: physiological and pathological. Physiological crying is a way for babies to express their emotions and needs, which may be caused by hunger, cold or heat, or being startled. Parents should remain calm and soothe the baby. Pathological crying, on the other hand, is caused by discomfort such as pain or itching, such as calcium deficiency, fever, eczema, or rickets. When a baby cries at night without apparent reason, consider physiological causes first, and seek medical attention if necessary.