Stuff You Should Know Selects: How Temper Tantrums Work
Sep 4, 2021
Explore the fascinating world of temper tantrums, from their commonality in toddlers to the emotional complexities they unveil. Discover how parenting styles and brain development impact these outbursts. Learn the importance of staying calm and understanding triggers to help children manage their emotions better. Delve into unexpected insights about tantrums in adolescents and emotional expression. Plus, hear a gripping story about amnesia's surprising benefits for mental health.
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Brain Development and Tantrums
- Temper tantrums stem from a lack of activity in the prefrontal cortex, responsible for emotional regulation.
- This area develops until age 18 and is linked to language acquisition, explaining tantrums in young children.
Tantrum Stages
- Temper tantrums typically involve yelling and screaming, physical actions (kicking, screaming), and whimpering.
- Tantrums are often short-lived, even if they seem like an eternity to parents.
Preventing Tantrums
- Give kids a schedule for regular sleep, feeding, and interaction to reduce tantrum triggers.
- Empower kids with choices, like picking their shoes, to avoid frustration.