My little brother used to run laps back and forth across the house. This would go on until he'd fall and cry. Then his Dad would accuse me of knocking him down even though I was in a totally separate room. His Dad was a real piece of work. The problem was that...
A. He was at an age where he had LOTS of energy and wasn't provided an outlet for a safe way to use that up. Even dogs need walks, but his Dad, not mine, didn't have anything to do with him.
B. My brother was often given sugary treats.
Even
little hyperactive boy can see cause and effect.