Exactly How to Handle Aggressive Behaviors in the Moment

When our kids get aggressive, it's sooo tempting to respond reactively and: -Yelling & getting aggressive back.  -Asking questions ("Why are you doing this??")  -Trying to reason with them when they're in an emotional state (e.g., "Well you know we don't have dessert before dinner.") -Lecturing them or telling them to "Stop!" -Ignoring them and pretending it's not happening. But I'm here to be your voice of reason and help you with this! Don’t forget to check out my free anger eBook - "Your 3-Step Plan When Your Child Gets Angry or Aggressive” www.themompsychologist.com/ebook TIMESTAMPS ► Introduction: 0:00- 01:44 ► Step 1: 01:45 ► Step 2: 02:19 ► Step 3: 03:34 ► How to "circle back" to Aggression: 05:50 💌 Get TMP Times in your inbox every Monday. Start your free 7-day trial 👉🏽 https://www.themompsychologist.com/tmptimes 💌 Free Parenting Script Pack: https://themompsychologist.com/script-pack FREE 2-MIN QUIZ: ► WHAT'S YOUR PARENTING STYLE?: Find out your parenting style and simple things you can do to shift your approach for better behavior! https://www.themompsychologist.com/QUIZ SHOP MY FAVORITES ► Check out my Amazon Storefront and shop my favorites https://www.amazon.com/shop/themompsychologist LET'S BE FRIENDS! ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themompsychologist ► Facebook: http://facebook.com/themompsychologist ► TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themompsychologist BUSINESS INQUIRIES ONLY ► hello@themompsychologist.com DISCLAIMERS: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. All content I create, including this video is for educational purposes ONLY. This is not meant to diagnosis or treat any mental health conditions or substitute mental health treatment in any way. Please consult with your child's pediatrician or a local mental health provider when considering trying new interventions.