A Restless Baby Isn't Necessarily Hyperactive
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While parents may dislike overly quiet or introverted children, they can also be troubled by kids who are hyperactive and unable to sit still. In fact, there are reasons behind children's restlessness. Let's explore the causes of a child's constant motion.
Children naturally alternate between periods of activity and calm. However, some children simply cannot stop moving. Here are the reasons behind their relentless energy.
Overwhelming Curiosity
Though young, children approach many things with innate curiosity. For instance, they might ask parents, "Why are there people on TV? Why are there people?" After posing such questions, they might run around the house, get scolded by parents, and then start throwing things around. They explore and question everything in their path. This is their curiosity at work.Parents should patiently explain the answers to their questions. Only when parents take their inquiries seriously will the children's restless energy begin to settle.
Acting Out
Don't underestimate children—they hold grudges. If parents do something that upsets them, kids may remember it deeply. Then they might express their protest through a series of unreasonable actions.For instance, they might throw things, ignore their parents, cry loudly, or run around aimlessly. No matter how unreasonable the parents act, the children simply can't stop. In truth, parents should respect their children. Once children feel respected, they naturally stop throwing tantrums and calm down.Children with ADHD run around constantly, can't sit still, and are often impossible to discipline. They start tasks but rarely finish them, sometimes not even aware of what they're doing. Sensory Integration Disorder When a child's brain struggles to integrate motor control and sensory processing, their behavior becomes uncontrollable. They may act without understanding their own actions.They may throw toys, bully others, or throw tantrums without comprehending the rightness or wrongness of these actions. Such coordination issues often improve as children grow older, so parents needn't worry excessively. Most children enjoy being active. If the above behaviors appear, parents should strive to understand. Of course, if a child has ADHD, prompt medical consultation is essential.
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