How to deal with a younger brother?

Question

I have a younger brother who is 14 and is entering 8th grade this year. He always seems angry at something (usually something very small, and of no importance) and likes to take his anger out anytime he can by bullying my youngest brother (12, entering 6th grade). Is there anything I can do, as an older brother, to keep him in check? Now that my parents have finally begun to intervene, it seems to have gotten worse! Hes even begun to break things, ranging from game discs to punching/kicking holes in the wall. Any ideas?

Answer 1

Help him to gain trust in u first......

Answer 2

Hopefully it's just a phase. My brother went through a phase like that too when he was 12-13 and even now sometimes he still acts out, but it's decreased a lot. I think it happens with a lot of kids around that age, hopefully it will wear out, but try talking to him (I must admit it wasn't very successful with me, though) but you never know maybe he will sort of listen to you. lol.  

Answer 3

This is a tough age for ANYONE. It sounds, to me, like he is screaming for attention.  Maybe your parents need to spend some more one on one time with him.  Or maybe you could try to spend some time with him.  Pick something HE enjoys and do it with him.  While you guys are hanging out, talk to him.  Ask him what he's upset about...sometimes people just need someone to talk to.  Without being negative, explain to him how the things he does make you feel.  Also explain to him that you are here for him if he needs anyone to lean on.  

Not sure what's going on in your home life, but maybe he is upset about something that is happening in your life.  Also he is a middle child.  Middle children often don't get as much attention as the other children, so they act out.

As far as him beating up the youngest brother, he's doing that because he is the easiest prey.  It's not right, but he will continue to do it until he gets the attention he is seeking.

I really think this is something your parents need to take care of.  Not by just punishing him all the time, but also encouraging him when he's doing something right and spending quality time with him.

Good luck and remember..."The people who are the hardest to love, are the one's who need it the most."

Answer 4

His hormones are going crazy. Give him a Playboy or a Playgirl and some lotion and give him a few hours alone.  

Answer 5

just  tell  him