Earlier I discussed how to handle manipulative tantrums, which are tantrums that typically occur when a child does not get their way. There is a second type of tantrum known as the spillover tantrum.  Spillover tantrums happen when a child is “flooded” with emotions and doesn’t have the resources to manage them.  Children who are [...]

Just as nightmares are a common problem in children, so too are temper tantrums. In fact, temper tantrums in toddlers are a normal stage of development.  There are two types of  tantrums and it is important to know the difference, as each type needs to be handled differently.  The first is the manipulative tantrum. This [...]