Many a times anger related problems in children often go along with other mental health problems such as ADHD, Autism, obsessive compulsive disorder, conduct disorder etc. One general trigger identified is dissatisfaction when the child cannot get what he or she demands. ![]() Anger can become troublesome especially if child's angry behaviour and activities get out of control or destructive. Several factors can contribute to a child's angry behaviour. Genetic factors and some environmental Factors like trauma, dysfunctional family, harsh parenting styles can trigger anger and aggression in children.”Įchoing the same, Dr Shubhangi Parkar, Psychiatrist and member of Clirnet Community said “Anger is a common emotion in children and at a times helpful too when necessary. Many conditions the anger can accompany some mental health conditions, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, Tourette’s syndrome etc. One common trigger is frustration when a child cannot get what he or she wants or is asked to do something that he or she doesn’t feel like doing. She added, “Various factors can contribute to anger, irritability, and aggression. Many children express anger in the form of episodes of crying, kicking, stomping, hitting and pushing that may last for 5 to 10 minutes.” ![]() ![]() Pointing out that we all experience the emotion of anger but angry feelings often bubble as outburst for children, Dr Himani Narula, Developmental and Behavioural Paediatrician, Director and Co-Founder of Continua Kids, said, “Many parents don’t know how to manage temper tantrum and wonder why children have tantrums. Sometimes it could be to get their parent’s attention or because they feel bored or are uncertain or scared of something.” In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Sapna Bangar, Psychiatrist and Head at Mumbai's Mpower The Centre, shared, “Some of the common reasons why children get angry are when they are stressed and feeling overwhelmed, when they are subjected to verbal or physical abuse by others, friendship issues or bullying by others. Wrap up the year gone by & gear up for 2024 with HT! Click here
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