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Once you figure out what might be contributing to the irritability, you might
be able to help your child by prompting him when a limit is on the horizon.
An easy way to do this is to use a behavioral chart with clear pictures or
symbols of upcoming events or tasks that need to be done.
It is very comforting for children to know what’s next on the agenda.
 Help The Child Become More Self-Reliant
Many parents complain that their child is constantly whining and demanding
their attention.
To help build the child’s capacity to organize himself and decrease reliance on
the parent to entertain him, you should try playing with your child for about
10 to 15 minutes using the child’s favorite toys.
After the child is playing well, you should encourage him to keep playing while
you do a small chore or activity in the same room.
Every few minutes, you should check in, reassure, and praise him.
Whenever you are in involved in a task such as cooking a meal, it is wise to
offer your young child some pots and pans, plastic containers, and small
objects to use in filling, dumping, stirring, etc. so that your child can play and
imitate you while you cook. If your child complains, you should try to redirect
him physically or verbally. Moreover, you should be clear to your child about
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