Helping children when and where they need it most

We anticipate that for many families, behavior problems will be bubbling up in the months ahead as children spend more time cooped up at home. While some acting out may be inevitable, parents can learn to defuse frustration and other outsized emotions to keep kids from escalating. And kids can learn skills for managing these feelings on their own in the future.

This week on childmind.org we are rounding up advice about why children typically act out and what parents — and kids themselves — can do for a calmer, happier time all around.

Rachel Ehmke, Managing Editor | ✉

How to Help Children Calm Down

Techniques for helping kids handle powerful emotions.

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Three Common Parenting Traps

Situations that end with you losing your temper.

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Is My Child’s Anger Normal?

How to tell if outbursts or aggression are beyond typical behavior.

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How Anxiety Leads to Disruptive Behavior

Kids who seem oppositional are often severely anxious.

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Choosing a Parent Training Program

Learn techniques to help kids with behavior problems.

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