Tempering The Tantrums

Worried about your child's frequent outbursts? Here's how you can deal with your little one's anger issues.

- Poulami Bhandari

Anger issues can stem from a lot of things. While adults can usually work out the root of the issue, unfortunately, children often don't know what is causing them to feel angry and frustrated. Some children blow up over seemingly minor events and start yelling or, worse, become aggressive.

When kids don't know how to deal with their emotions, frustration and anger can quickly turn into defiance, disrespect and temper tantrums. As parents, it's important to find out the root of the anger and to teach your children the skills they need to deal with their feelings in a healthy way.

Here are some ways to deal with an angry child:

Don't Yell