Health Tip: Are Your Child's Tantrums Dangerous?
Signs you should talk to a pediatrician
Topics: Behavior Kids: Misc
(HealthDay News) -- Parents often think of a child's tantrum as a typical part of growing up. But sometimes there are warning signs that should prompt a call to the pediatrician.
The Cleveland Clinic mentions these examples:
- Tantrums that still occur or worsen after your child turns 4 years old.
- Tantrums that include the child causing self-harm, or harm to others or property.
- Tantrums that include holding one's breath, particularly if the child faints.
- Tantrums that are followed by anxiety, headache or stomach ache.
Categories
Choose one of our special categories to view or subscribe
- Aging
- Allergies
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Bone Health
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular Health
- Children's Health
- Colds, Flu, and Infectious Diseases
- Dental Health
- Diabetes
- Diet and Healthy Eating
- Digestive Health
- Drugs and Supplements
- Emotional and Mental Health
- Fitness and Exercise
- Geriatric Care
- Incontinence
- Men's Health
- Menopause
- Neurologic Health
- Pregnancy
- Sexual Health
- Skin Problems
- Sleep Disorders
- Stroke
- Vaccinations
- Weight Management
- Women's Health
