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My 2yr niece bullies and and hits my 18mon son.nobody thinks its a critical issue. myself and wife doesnt like it.we r joint family. how to deal?thks

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Talk to your : Brother and sister-in-law about your concerns. Keep a close eye on your niece and let her parents know you will intervene if they do not. Say things like "be gentle" with your cousin, play nicely, don't push. Model better ways to interact.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 7/25/2016

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