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Why Do Kids Have Tantrums?
Posted by Daddy T on April 14, 2007 130 views Comments (View Comments)You’re witnessing your toddler’s second temper tantrum of the day. It shows no signs of stopping, and the supersonic, ear-shattering, teeth-jarring screams pierce the air. Your first instinct is to run away and join the circus, but of course this isn’t a real option. There must be a better way.
Temper tantrums range from whining and crying to screaming, kicking, hitting, and breath holding. They’re equally common in boys and girls and usually occur from age 1 to age 3. Some children may experience regular tantrums, whereas for other children, tantrums may be few and far between. Children’s temperaments vary dramatically – some kids are more prone to tantrums than others.
During the kicking-and-screaming chaos of the moment, tantrums can be downright frustrating. But instead of looking at them as catastrophes, treat tantrums as opportunities for education.
