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Originally Posted by joskids
I don't think it's right to just GIVE IN to a child that is hoarding and gorging himself
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I think the key here, Josie, is that hoarding and gorging are issues which simply must be dealt with. To quote myself: "It is really an individual issue and needs to be treated as such."
I'm not sure what you mean by "giving in" other than if you meant setting limits and keeping them at whatever expense (his screaming, etc.). I can't say I agree with you - but your response appeared to have worked with this child.
I don't consider providing ample nutricious food "giving in" but hoarding food is something which, IMO, can not be tolerated as it can create health issues. Further, if you have a child who gorges to the point of vomiting then IMO you can not allow them to do that as it can become a health danger to the child. Therefore limits would become a necessity.
Certainly, I repeat, this needs to be addressed individually and with the aid of a physician.
JMHO