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In a message dated 12/12/02 2:41:35 PM Central Standard Time,
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<< What do you do when they start lashing out? >>

Well I believe you have the right to protect yourself, and in this case a
small child is fairly easy to protect yourself from if you hold them. Gently
but firmly hold their hands or body so they can not strike you. Talk calmly
and gently, telling them that when they can calm down you will set them down,
or let go.
You can carry that person to a part of the house that is soothing. Tell them
you will not allow your body to be hurt by anyone, and that until they calm
down you will not let go.
Or you will not be near them at that moment.
You have the right to be safe.
From everything you've said I really feel that he has some food sensitivies
that may intensify the problem.
Have you noticed stronger reactions when he eats certain things. Look for
dyes, they are big culprits for some sensitive children.
Chocolate, citrus fruits, strawberries, peanut butter, bananas, MSG, Red#40
and sugar are common problems..... maybe watch for that.

Ren
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