Public Tantrums (Why They Happen and How to Avoid Them)
Jul 30, 2018
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Discover the challenges of public tantrums and how to manage parental expectations. Explore the importance of child development, understanding emotions, and fostering a respectful parent-child relationship. Learn how to address children's needs in public settings to avoid tantrums.
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Quick takeaways
Setting realistic expectations based on age and personality helps prevent public tantrums.
Encouraging children to express emotions and creating a safe environment reduces disruptive behaviors in public settings.
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Understanding Developmental Expectations and Child's Behavior in Public Environments
Children, including infants and toddlers, may find it challenging to behave in certain environments like restaurants due to their developmental stage. Setting realistic expectations based on the child's age and personality is crucial to avoid negative reactions when they can't conform to adult standards. Understanding that children's behaviors are not deliberate attempts to cause disruptions helps in fostering a supportive and constructive atmosphere, especially in public settings.
Managing and Embracing Tantrums as a Healthy Emotional Release
Tantrums should be viewed as a natural and necessary way for children to release built-up stress and emotions. Encouraging children to express their feelings, including through tantrums, helps prevent emotional outbursts in public by allowing them to process and navigate their emotions effectively. Creating a safe and accepting environment at home where all feelings are welcome can significantly reduce the likelihood of disruptive behaviors outside the home.
Promoting Respectful Parent-Child Relationships and Effective Communication
Developing a respectful and empathetic relationship with children involves acknowledging their emotions and needs without judgment. By fostering open communication and understanding, parents can prevent tantrums in public by addressing underlying feelings before they escalate. Respecting the child's perspective and engaging in active listening can help build a strong foundation for cooperative behavior and harmonious interactions both at home and in public settings.
A parent writes that her 18-month-old “has been testing the limits with tantrums.” At home, this mom and her husband try to ignore the behavior or redirect. In public, however, they tend to give in to their daughter’s demands. She writes, “I’d hate for her to learn she gets her way by throwing fits.”
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