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My 2year old saw a bug and became hysterical. its been a few days and shes even worse anything specal of dirt scares her now. what should i do?

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Dr. Amy Halanski answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Stay strng; carry on: Certainly children can have intense fears of unexpected things. As a parent, try to stay calm yourself no matter how she is behav. Don't belittle or reprimand for a fear. Comfort briefly with a hug and verbal reassurances; don't prolong the comforting attention. "you're okay" and perhaps hand her her special comfort toy and move along. Don't overreact or point out areas of her fear.

Answered 6/17/2014

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