I don’t know how to handle this Writing question and need guidance.
by Elin Shearin
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There are many things that could trigger a tantrum in a young child. The biggest trigger for a tantrum is frustration. Children get easily frustrated and if they do not have the words to tell you that they are frustrated, they will throw a tantrum. Some triggers for a child’s frustration could be when the child is hungry, tired, sick, or if they have to make a transition they do not want to do. My youngest is autistic and while we have been lucky to avoid meltdowns, he still has tantrums, especially during transitions. It is not something that he wants to do and this is very frustrating for him.
The biggest thing that early childhood professionals can do during a tantrum is to remain calm. It is not going to help the situation if you get mad and react with your own anger. I know that you are feeling frustrated, but it does no good to throw your own tantrum with the child. It is important to make sure that the child does not injure themselves and to assure them that they will feel calm soon. It is also important that the child be monitored so that they do not hurt others as well when they are upset.
When dealing with an out-of-control child, a teacher should remain calm. Teachers should also give the child their full attention when they are ready to talk. They should also acknowledge their feelings. Everyone, especially young children, needs to know that you care about them and about how they are feeling. If the teacher is feeling frustrated themselves, they should remember to breathe and if need be take a break.
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