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6 yr old with anxiety has begun self harm(biting, scratching) since beginning kindergarten. concern?
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Yes: Child psychiatrist or her pediatrician would help sort it out, may be just an adjustment disorder triggered by the new experience, good luck
Answered 3/8/2019
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