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Chronic crying in infancy and early childhood

G H Nickerson

    Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien
    |May 15, 2010
    PubMed

    Insights

    Infant crying is a common issue. A simple behavioral therapy, involving consistent parental response, can resolve excessive infant crying within four days.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Child Psychology
    • Behavioral Science

    Background:

    • Infant crying is a frequent and distressing issue for parents, often lacking clear documentation.
    • Crying typically progresses through distinct stages, with hunger being a primary early cause.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline a straightforward therapeutic approach for managing excessive infant crying.
    • To empower physicians in guiding parents through effective behavioral interventions.

    Main Methods:

    • A behavioral therapy protocol is described, focusing on consistent parental responses.
    • Key intervention: Avoid picking up the infant after bedtime routines (lights off, door closed).

    Main Results:

    • A firm and consistent approach is anticipated to resolve crying within four days.
    • Parental confidence and clear, sympathetic instructions are crucial for success.

    Conclusions:

    • Early physician involvement in the initial stage of crying (e.g., hunger) is recommended.
    • Behavioral therapy, with consistent parental adherence, offers a rapid solution for infant crying.

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