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When children are throwing temper tantrums, they are temporarily out-of-control and need time and space
to regain control.
Things you want to avoid doing when your child is throwing a temper tantrum:
- Trying to reason with the child. Attempting to have a logical discussion with a child who is
throwing a temper tantrum is similar to reasoning with someone who is drunk; it won't work well.
- Spanking the child or yelling at the child. Although as the parent you may be embarrassed by
your child's temper tantrum, spanking or yelling is likely to further deteriorate the situation and
your relationship with your child.
- Giving in to the child's demand. If your child is throwing a temper tantrum because you
have done something like deny a request to buy candy at the store, do not give in and buy the candy.
While giving in will probably stop the temper tantrum, it will also encourage
the child to throw temper tantrums in similar situations in the future.
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