When your kid boils over in the grocery store, it can be tough to stay calm and ignore it, but that's precisely what experts prescribe parents do to deal with temper tantrums. Learn about the anatomy of a tantrum and the best way to deal in this classic episode.
In this episode, Chuck and Josh dive into the science behind temper tantrums, exploring why they're a completely normal part of child development and what's actually happening in a toddler's brain during a full-blown meltdown. They break down the role of the underdeveloped prefrontal cortex, share expert advice on how to handle tantrums in the moment, and discuss when a tantrum might signal something that needs professional attention. Plus, they reveal that teenagers essentially experience Tantrums 2.0 during puberty for the exact same neurological reasons.
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