5 year old not quite out of control

[candeecee]

What do I do with my 5 year old who loves to scream, talk back, throw things. He is not like this all the time but he has outbursts maybe 2-3 times a day. Sometimes he listen and sometimes he refuses to listen. He is the middle child and I thought maybe this was the issue, I feel like I have tried everything. Does anyone have any other suggestions? Thanks

[CinnerG]

Hi. I cannot say for sure, but you might have him checked for allergies. I have seen kids who had allergies act this way when exposed to something say a cleaner or perfume--a chemical allergy.
Beyond that, have you tried setting a few min. every day for just you and the child? Middle kids can feel ignored, even if you try to be inclusive. Give them a few min., read them a story or do some coloring together or hold them while you watch their fav movie. It might work.

[carlisle41139]

When he has those outbursts try setting him down and talking to him and ask him what is wrong or bothering him. maybe when the other kids aren't around, take him and do something fun with him. or if the other kids are around do something with all 3 of them but make sure he's included in everything you do.