Dr. Timothy Buie answers the question: 'Underlying Condition Causing Tantrums?' Oct. 23, 2008 -- Question: Could there be an underlying medical condition that is causing my child with autism to act ...

Children often act out to express unmet needs or emotions they can't articulate. Misbehavior can stem from a lack of skills, peer influence, or underlying mental health issues. Understanding the root ...

Today I describe two types of dysfunctional behavior in which children act out things that their parents would secretly like to do themselves but are highly conflicted about. The parents have hidden ...

Other times, they act out or misbehave because they know it will make you notice them. When a child behaves well for strangers but not at home, it’s often because they’re trying to get a reaction from ...