Mental Health Center of Madison County
4040 South Memorial Parkway
Huntsville, AL 35802

Telephone Crisis Intervention
Available 24/7
For Our Clients and the Local Community
256-533-1970

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Health Tip: Common Reasons for Potty Training 'Accidents'

by -- Diana Kohnle
Updated: Feb 6th 2012

(HealthDay News) -- Potty training accidents can be frustrating for parents and kids, but they're usually a part of the learning process.

The American Academy of Pediatrics offers this list of common reasons for potty training missteps:

Toddlers and preschool-age children can be overwhelmed by their surroundings.
Children may have difficulty prioritizing their concerns, such as the need to use the potty.
Children may be intensely focused on what they're doing -- at the expense of stopping to go to the bathroom -- whether it's playing outside or working on a new skill.
Children may be unable to express that something is wrong, such as painful urination or constipation.

The Mental Health Center of Madison County
4040 South Memorial Pky.
Huntsville, AL 35802

Phone
256.533.1970

Fax
256.532.4112

Office hours:

Monday to Thursday
8:00am - 5:30pm

Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm

Telephone Crisis Intervention
Available 24/7
For Our Clients and the Local Community
256-533-1970