These aggressive behaviors are serving a function for the boy. He has learned that he can get what he wants by exhibiting these behaviors. Can we blame him for doing what works? Treatment is going to require a lot of work, and things will get worse before they get better. He needs to learn alternative responses that get his needs met, but will also need to learn that no means no. If "no" only means no until he acts aggressively and then it means "yes", then he will continue to act this way. The parents are reinforcing this behavior and ensuring that it will displayed more frequently. The parents behavior is being negatively reinforced. When they give in to him, he stops. Makes it more likely that they will continue to give in. The parents need to change their behavior, and like I said it is going to get worse before it gets better. Ask mom if she thinks what she is doing is working? She has to set limits NOW! Children need limits and boundaries...it makes them feel safe. Good luck.

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