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Top Tips to Calm a Child's Anger
Most children become irritable and angry, especially those between the ages of 1 and 3. However, anger is also a normal part of development, and you cannot avoid or ignore every tantrum. Here are some ideas to help you navigate them more easily.
- 1. Give Enough Attention and “Catch the Good Moments”: Parents can enthusiastically praise when the child does something right so that they see it as a good behavior to maintain. However, don’t ignore your child when they seem more irritable than other children. Temperament is often influenced by behavior, including irritability.
- 2. Give Control Over Small Matters: During a tantrum, let your child have control over small things (provide guided choices instead of yes/no questions).
- 3. Distract: Move to a new room. Provide a safer toy and sing a favorite song.
- 4. Use Different Approaches for Different Situations: Sometimes you need to be firm and teach your child, but often a little compromise can be a smart choice. Consistency from day to day is key to reducing the intensity and frequency of tantrums.
- 5. Do Not Ignore Aggressive Behaviors: Do not tolerate actions like hitting, kicking, biting, or throwing. Your child should understand that these behaviors are unacceptable by immediately stopping them and explaining why they are wrong.
- 6. Help Your Child Through the Anger: If a tantrum peaks when your child is hungry, bring a healthy snack when going out. If a tantrum occurs when your child is tired, prioritize rest or sleep. Sometimes, this is the best solution for everyone.
- 7. Take Breaks When Needed: Seek support from parents or friends when you feel frustrated and tired.
When You Cannot Ignore Your Child's Tantrum
- – Sometimes it’s hard to stop your child’s tantrum, and there are instances where you cannot ignore it.
- -If your child is at risk of running into the street or getting hurt, hold them tightly or clearly explain the danger.
- -If your child is hitting or biting, stop them immediately and make sure they know it is unacceptable by correcting their behavior or taking away a privilege.
Don't Worry Too Much!
Remember this: Your child’s tantrums will usually decrease after age 3, though they won’t disappear completely. Your child will throw tantrums to get what they need, which is normal and natural for children aged 1 to 3. Consult your pediatrician if you have concerns about certain behaviors. Try to stay calm and seek help from friends and family to help you understand how to wait out the tantrum and help your child return to a comfortable state.
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