Asking Eric: The kid who smiled while he tortured his brother is not normal
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The article discusses a heartfelt response to a mother concerned about her older son's cruel behavior towards his younger brother, which the writer identified as emotionally abusive. The response highlights the need for urgent action, including professional counseling and clear steps to ensure the younger child's safety, as the older child’s actions demonstrate troubling callousness. The article underscores the importance of addressing parental responses to such dynamics, advocating for immediate therapeutic intervention in the family’s circumstances to prevent further escalation of harm.
The behavior of the older brother could escalate to bullying or abuse, but the fact is it already has risen to that level. Immediate steps are crucial.
Counseling, both individual and family, would be indicated. The parents need to ensure the younger child's safety and take the issue seriously.
I regret that the answer I gave originally didn't meet the standard that I set for myself, emphasizing the importance of addressing the safety concerns.
The older child's smile when told to stop shows callousness and lack of remorse, which is alarming and needs immediate attention.
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