Tag: how to deal with temper tantrums
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Psychologists Reveal 2 Words Never to Say to a Toddler
Here’s why you should never tell a young child to “calm down.” Our words can have a profound impact when interacting with a toddler or young child, especially during heightened emotions. (Ahem, temper tantrum!) One counterproductive phrase adults overly rely on is “calm down.” At first glance, “calm down” may seem like a reasonable request.…
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5 Responses To Use When Someone Is Having A Temper Tantrum
“Mommy, I want ice cream nooowww!!!” – a made-up child, tantrum at age 4 “Everyone in the car nooowww!!” – a made-up parent at age 44 A temper tantrum is simply an outburst of negative emotions: yelling, storming around, crossing arms, pouting, bawling, etc. Any behavior that can be considered “out of control” is a…