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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Lots of praise.

Lots of sleep.

Lots of exercise (swimming is really amazing for tiring a kid out) and outdoor time. Being outside helps regulate sleep cycles and improve mood.

Some child-directed play every day. 10 minutes in the morning and 10 minutes in the evening where you hand the baby to someone else and play exactly what and how he wants to. There's nothing that the other person can't manage for 10 minutes while you play.

way fewer toys out. I agree with the PP who says to box up at least half and rotate them.

consider cutting back on artificial colors and flavors.

All the books that were suggested are good too. [/quote]

I really second this.  I have a kid that is sensory seeking and ADHD and his behavior gets really out of control when we let the basics slip.  He also gets really frustrated and yells/tantrums and communication is a big part of it, but his ability to control his frustration and impulse control drops off noticeably if he's not slept well or is feeling under the weather.  He's at his best when he's had a considerable amount of exercise daily.

Not to say that you shouldn't also look at parenting classes and a complete neuro-psych evaluation, those are important too!  But while you are working on scheduling those, start simplifying life as much as possible and paying attention to the basics -- sleep, food, and exercise.  I will also add to your book list, though I would put them in this order ..

The Explosive Child
The Kazdin Method
Simplicity Parenting

Simplicity Parenting is not about special needs, but is about regaining sanity in our home lives for ourselves and our kids.

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