Every child will have periods of challenging behaviour. This is normal. You are not alone.
Children do not misbehave on purpose. Your child’s brain is still developing. Young children do not yet have the skills to fully manage their emotions. They need your support and help to do this.
What do we mean by challenging behaviour?
• whining
• crying
• fighting
• frustration
• kicking
• shouting
• screaming
• pulling hair
• throwing objects
Your child’s behaviour is their way of expressing what they need. It is important to take time to try to understand your child’s behaviour.
Behaviour is always triggered by an emotion or feeling. They are too young to have the words or skills to manage big feelings such as:
• frustration
• excitement
• sadness
By tuning into what emotion is provoking this behaviour in your child you can help them to understand their emotions and ultimately decrease this behaviour over time but this is a new skill so try be patient as they learn.
https://clarecare.ie/parent-support-line-positive-parenting-resources
https://www.tusla.ie/parenting-24-seven/biting-pinching-and-hair-pulling
