Tantrums
Published on 15. January 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
96 pages
978-0-600-60563-8 (ISBN)
Description
Addressing one of the most common and distressing aspects of toddler behaviour, this title provides practical tips on how to deal with tantrums and advice on how to cut them down or even avoid them completely. It contains case histories, parent stories and tried and tested methods from child psychologists using an easy-to-use format, including general advice, tips, checklists, charts, case studies and Q&As.
Addressing one of the most common and distressing aspects of toddler behaviour, this title provides practical tips on how to deal with tantrums and advice on how to cut them down or even avoid them completely. It contains case histories, parent stories and tried and tested methods from child psychologists using an easy-to-use format, including general advice, tips, checklists, charts, case studies and Q&As.
Addressing one of the most common and distressing aspects of toddler behaviour, this title provides practical tips on how to deal with tantrums and advice on how to cut them down or even avoid them completely. It contains case histories, parent stories and tried and tested methods from child psychologists using an easy-to-use format, including general advice, tips, checklists, charts, case studies and Q&As.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Octopus Publishing Group
Dimensions
Height: 211 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
233 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-600-60563-8 (9780600605638)
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Person
Eileen Hayes is an author, magazine columnist, counsellor and broadcaster. She is Parenting Advisor to the NSPCC, vice-chair of the National Parenting Forum, and chair of the Media and Parenting working group.
Eileen Hayes is an author, magazine columnist, counsellor and broadcaster. She is Parenting Advisor to the NSPCC, vice-chair of the National Parenting Forum, and chair of the Media and Parenting working group.
Eileen Hayes is an author, magazine columnist, counsellor and broadcaster. She is Parenting Advisor to the NSPCC, vice-chair of the National Parenting Forum, and chair of the Media and Parenting working group.
Content
Part I General facts about tantrums: definitions; the relationship between crying and tantrums; what is known from research; what do "experts" say; understanding the toddler's emotional life and where tantrums fit in to that. Part II Can tantrums be avoided?: tantrum triggers - from hunger to sheer cussedness; toddlers who don't have tantrums; the key avoidance tactics - how to head off a tantrum before it gets under way; a fresh look at everyday battlegrounds - the importance of positive discipline. Part III How to deal with tantrums: prevention is better than cure - step in quickly when trouble starts; identifying flashpoint situations; remembering you are the adult - don't fall into a tantrum yourself!; strategies that sometimes work - time-outs, holding, count to ten, walking away, calm-down talking, accepting feelings etc.; ways to handle tantrums in public places; major out of control tantrums; after the storm - kiss and make up. Part IV Action plan to cut down tantrums: positive parenting and positive discipline; a quick guide to understanding your toddler's nature; looking after yourself; what has worked for other parents; helping your toddler to mature beyond tantrums. Part V Getting help: helping yourself e.g. with friends, neighbours, parent groups; professional help e.g. health visitor, child psychologist; helplines, voluntary sector e.g. Parentline.