10/01/2026
Ever noticed your child scream suddenly?
Or throwing objects when upset?
Or hit and pull hair when something doesnβt go their way?
These behaviours can look challenging β but for many children, they are communication tools when words, emotions, or sensory needs feel too big to handle.
Children may scream, hit, throw, or pull hair when:
π¬ They canβt express their needs or feelings
When communication is hard, behaviour becomes their language.
π§ They feel overwhelmed or overstimulated
Too much noise, too many people, or unexpected changes can trigger a strong reaction.
π£ Theyβre trying to escape a difficult task
If something feels confusing, tiring, or scary, behaviour becomes a way to avoid it.
π€ They want attention or connection
Even βnegative behaviourβ can be a childβs way of saying,
βPlease notice me. I need help.β
β€οΈ Theyβre struggling to regulate emotions
Kids are still learning how to manage anger, frustration, disappointment, and waiting.
In therapy, we donβt look at the behaviour alone β
we look at the reason behind it.
ABA helps by:
β Understanding what the behaviour is communicating
β Teaching the child safe, functional ways to express needs
β Reducing triggers like sensory overload or confusion
β Building language, emotional regulation, and coping skills
β Helping children stay calm, follow routines, and handle change
β Coaching parents with simple, effective home strategies
Your child isnβt βbeing naughty.β
Your child is trying to cope β the only way they know how.
With the right support, they learn to replace challenging behaviours with communication, confidence, and emotional control.
π Bridges Speech Center, Dubai
π +971-43581115 / 0505226054
π www.bridgesspeechcenter.ae