What kind of doctor determines if a 6 yr old is undisaplined or "disturbed".?

Question

Six year old who is nearly unlikeable. Violent, sneaky, disrespectful, prone to uncontrollable fits. Has been kicked off of the school bus and visits the principle at least once a week. Has the ability to behave when bribed even if a fit just occoured moments befor. When the world is agreeing with him he can be the most loveing complimentary child who will stop at nothing to please and gain praise, but the moment his controll is tested things spiral out of controll and the rage is all that exists. Very intelligent and artistic. Looking for the kind of Dr. that does not perscribe lables and drugs like antibiotics for the common cold. Desperate and sad. Can any one help.

Answer 1

I would suggest reading Parenting by the Book by John Rosemond, do what it says - if this does not work seek professional help. I bet the child does not have clear boundaries, rules - and probably doesn't get consistent discipline.

http://rosemond.com/index.php

Answer 2

maybe someone is abusing him

Answer 3

often the schools can help set up for a child psychologist to do an assesment...or..go talk to his Dr and discuss his behaviors. It sounds to me he has more then just lack of discipline.He likely needs to have an assessment.

Answer 4

Sounds like you need a good child psychiatrist.  I have a child that sounds just like ur son.  My child is being treated for bipolar disorder and is classified emotionally disturbed.  He's one of the sweetest, kindest children in the world, and his art work is unbelievable.  When he becomes angry, or slips into depression, look out.  It's like Adam Sandler's character, The Water Boy.  I can say that jokingly b/c his disorder is currently under control.  He unfortunately has to take Lithium and Abilify to keep his mind and body in check.  I would strongly suggest  to get your son to a good psychiatrist right away.    I hope your little one is just going through a phase, but it would definitely be in your best interest to see someone.  Good luck.  Feel free to drop me an e-mail if you want to talk off-line.  I understand.

Answer 5

I would suggest a child psychologist and family counselling.

Answer 6

sounds like there is a lot of uncontrolled anger there. this is not something that can be fixed overnight and probaly will need some medication and a lot of life styles changes from you.

visit your local family and children services for psychologists that can take you. (yes you can get referrels from your local pediatrician also)

when you get ready to go, log in a journal of his day, his fits, what sets him off and so forth.

when you see something that he is doing right then praise him and pick your battles. sometimes it just isnt worth the fight.

when you see something that will set him off then try to prevent it from escalating that far. if he does have a meltdown then get a timer and a secluded spot that is just for him to regather himself. he needs to sit quietly for one minute before he may get up. also he needs to take himself to the spot and not you carrying him. if he throws himself on the floor that is fine, dont pay him any mind unless his fits are getting violent in which case you need to get him to his spot that doesnt have any distractions like windows, clocks and tv or radio noise.

you need to be up front and honest with his school about what you are doing and ask that they give you full support of your decisions and   if they cant then you may look at changing schools.

another little tidbit, if your school is not able to accomadate your child then under the NCLB then you have the right to change at thier expense to a school that can accomadate your child.

dont give up hope and you are not alone this is your baby boy!!

Answer 7

possibly a pediatrician? iam not sure

Answer 8

Your child doesn't have any problem.  YOU bribing him to behave is the problem.  You're not disciplining the child.  Bribery is not discipline.

Answer 9

needs to see a - pediatric psychiatrist or psychologist

sounds like  Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

see links below

Answer 10

Dr. Mom

Answer 11

a lot of six year olds go through this  sorry that's not the answer you wanted but I wanted to tell you that.