I am here as I am concerned about my 5yr old daughter and don't want to waste my gps time.

[Hgill11]

She has been really tearful for the past few weeks, which is out of character. Tonight she seemed really angry/attitude throwing things and just bursting into tears. I asked her if she was angry or upset, also if she had any problems at school with work or friends, all of which she said no to. Whilst crying she said " I don't know what's happening to me" which really upset me. Just concerned that there maybe something underlined going on. Any help/suggestions really appreciated.

[Gambit62]

It's really natural that you are worried about your daughter and upset that she is so upset and not herself.

Not sure that I can really help. If it has been going on for a few weeks then it probably is time to go and see the GP, just in case it is something ... I would say physical but reality is that even emotional/mental conditions have a physical basis. It may be that the thing that has happened is something that she doesn't feel she can talk to you or an adult about, though the remark you have picked up on does sound a bit strange.

Have you spoken to her teachers and asked if they have noticed any changes in her behaviour whilst she is at school?

Please don't feel that you would be wasting your gps time - though it might be a strange session, but they may be able to help you with other places you could go - same goes with the school.

[vastopensky]

Hi... your GP will hopefully be really supportive of you... you are right to be concerned at out of character changes... and the phrase that you've noted might well be significant... Children often find it hard to tell us what is going on for them because they don't have the language or experience of life to be able to judge what is going on inside... I would really encourage you to share what you've noticed with your GP or with another child care professional as soon as you can and hopefully you can work as a team to support your daughter as she grows up. I hope that the people you talk to are responsive and keep communication open, be brave and share your concerns early on so they have a limited chance of getting any bigger, (if there is little to be worried about at present then at least you flagged it up. And if further down the line things are still a struggle DO keep reporting this to the GP sometimes the frequency of concerns being raised makes a difference to how the professionals respond)... and don't be afraid of saying that you're struggling too if it's distressing you... parenting can be a tough call at times. I really hope that you find the support that you and your daughter need over the coming months. Take care. K