Is this a normal behavior for a 5 year old?

Question

My 5 year old keeps stilling jam and peanut butter and spreading it around on the walls, windows and the shelf in her room. She’s suspected autism and ADHD but I’m wondering do all 5 year olds still do stuff like this? Is it a normal 5 year old behavior or a symptom of the disorders?

Answer

Impulse control is still developing in 5 year olds. Its incredibly poor in most 5 year olds due to the fact that part of their brain is still developing. Have her help clean it up, move the peanut butter, and invest in cabinet locks

Answer

I’m a pediatric OT- it’s normal for kids to experiment like this once or twice while very young, but especially for a 5 year old no this isn’t normal behavior at all

Answer

I would maybe look into cabinet locks

Is this a normal behavior for a 5 year old?

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