HOW TO HANDLE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR IN KIDS | 3 Secrets To Taming Aggressive Behavior in Kids

//Watch my free discipline workshop to learn how to get more cooperation without yelling ➡ http://www.themompsychologist.com/workshop // HOW TO HANDLE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR IN KIDS | 3 Secrets To Taming Aggressive Behavior in Kids When our kids feel overwhelmed and can't find the words to communicate their feelings and get their needs met, they often resort to aggression (whether that's hitting, kicking, biting, throwing, etc) During the toddler and preschool years, this is especially common because at this age they: -Lack the communication skills -Are easily overwhelmed and frustrated -Are incredibly impulsive. They are about the here and now and rarely plan ahead -Self focused and have a hard time stepping outside of themselves to see how their behavior will impact others -Have a healthy need for power, control and independence. Given their age and abilities, though, they are often not able to do what they want to do. In this episode, I'll share 3 secrets to preventing and taming childhood aggression! //For children's book recommendations, visit my Amazon Shop! https://www.amazon.com/shop/themompsychologist //Children's Book Haul for ANGER MANAGEMENT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nY7L9npQywA //Children's Bok Haul for Teaching FEELINGS: https://youtu.be/NQo4YciajRI TIMESTAMPS ► 0:00-5:19 Introduction: Why do kids get aggressive in the first place? ► 5:20 Secret 1 to Taming Aggression ► 9:34 Secret 2 to Taming Aggression ► 12:14 Secret 3 to Taming Aggression ► 17:04 Bonus Secret to Taming Aggression 💌 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 DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting TheMomPsychologist.com so I can continue to provide you with free content each week! DISCLAIMER 2.0: 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. SC: 20,569 Hi! My name is Dr. Jazmine and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two girls! If you're a mom wanting to feel more confident in your parenting and reclaim your joy of motherhood, then this is DEFINITELY the place for YOU! On this channel, I upload videos every week surrounding topics such as positive parenting tips, easy to try discipline hacks, simple play ideas, and more! I help you understand and connect with your young child so that it's easier to manage their difficult behaviors. I basically answer any and all questions any parent looking to have a better relationship with their child (with less behavioral issues like tantrums and aggression) could have! Thanks for being a subscriber! #positivedisciplinetips #childpsychologistadvice