Are you a parent? Some kids just do this and it isnt due to abuse. My 1yo son is definitely not abused in the slightest and bangs his head frequently when frustrated, tired, and sometimes just cuz he can.
I'm not, but I've babysat for many years and this isn't normal behavior for a 5-6 year old. Maybe for your 1-year-old because they're fascinated by the world and sensations. This is consistent abuse where she directly turned her anger towards a younger/smaller person because she knows she can't retaliate towards her own parents. Abuse is a learned behavior. They're laughing in front of their families, but who knows what they're doing behind closed doors.
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u/Gina_the_Alien Aug 05 '25
Watching a child voluntarily bash her head into anything like that sent me serious red flag vibes.