02/03/2026
As a parent, here is my own tip on how we can handle a meltdown.
First, make sure that what your child is having is a meltdown and not a tantrum because they should be handled very differently. A meltdown means that your child has lost their ability to manage their emotions due to overwhelm. They are not trying to behave inappropriately; they just do not know what to do to get back to themselves. This is where you come in. You need to create calm by reducing stimulation (turn off the TV, Lights, music, and remove other noises or people from the space. STOP TALKING, bargaining, or trying to convince your child to behave. Provide space physically and emotionally, and be patient. You can not talk your child down from a meltdown. The best method is proactive, meaning getting in front of meltdowns is the best option because it's happening, and only your child knows how long it will last. Look for the warning signs, covering ears, getting loud, pacing, looking distressed or frustrated. This is the golden time when you can step in and avert a meltdown by reducing stimulation in the environment by allowing your child to go to a designated place of peace (sensory corner, outside, a tented area, putting on their headphones, etc). Click this link to join our free community to ask your most pressing questions in a safe space.
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