Some behavior problems in infancy and early childhood

Abstract

Most child problems are created by inconsistent treatment, overprotection, and conditions resulting from poverty. Temper tantrums should receive no excessive attention. Less emphasis on feeding will often put a stop to the mealtime scene. The child should not be shamed for his fears but should be encouraged to discuss them. Lying may occur as a defense from the humiliation of confession and punishment, because of jealousy of members of the family, or as a verbalization of the make-believe world. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)