Lesson Tag: meltdowns

Join presenters Ruth Freeman LCSW, JoAnn Robinson PhD, and Cora Megan MA to:

• Learn why emotional meltdowns occur in young children

• Learn how caregivers can manage their own distress during meltdowns

• Learn positive approaches to help children calm down

• Learn ways to talk with your child about strong feelings after they occur• Learn about positive routines to help prevent emotional meltdowns

Does any of this sound like your child? 

• Clinging, crying and/or tantrums when you separate 
• Excessive shyness, avoiding social situations 
• Constant worry 
• Avoiding situations or places because of fears 
• Complaints of frequent stomach aches or headaches 
• Sudden and frequent panic attacks 

Your child may be struggling with anxiety. And you may feel frustrated and helpless. You are not alone. One in three children will experience an anxiety disorder before adulthood. Unless treated, many will grow up to be anxious adults. You can help.

Emotional Intelligence is a well-developed concept and a powerful asset in achieving well-being and success in all aspects of life. In this class you will have an opportunity explore the importance of these ideas and strengthen your ability to build emotional intelligence in your child.

Does your toddler have meltdowns about even the smallest issues?  Are you amazed at how long a tantrum can last? Have you tried to help, and nothing seems to work?  You are not alone. Tantrums are a normal part of early development and parents can learn strategies to contain and prevent them.

Does your toddler have meltdowns about even the smallest issues? Are you stressed about going out in public because of your toddler’s tantrums? Young children are prone to tantrums for many reasons, but your calm is essential to help them regain balance. 

A better relationship with your child starts with helping them to understand and talk about their own feelings and the feelings of others. This skill is called “emotional intelligence” and it helps them to feel better about themselves and grow closer to you. As you help your child to develop more emotional intelligence it will naturally lead to less arguing and misbehaviors at home and help them to have stronger relationships throughout their life.