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Parenting Tips on Dec. 7 Fox 4 Morning News: Teaching the "Calm Down" Avoids Melt-Downs

Sometimes children get so upset, such as crying themselves to sleep, that they can't seem to find a way to get past their hurt and calm down.  Tune in to Fox 4 to learn how to help your child do a better job controlling his or her emotions.
  
Why It's Important to Control Strong Emotions

• It's easier to think clearly
• Less likely to say or do something they regret
• It strengthens relationships
• Builds a sense of confidence and competence

How to Help Children Calm Down

• Acknowledge that your child is upset
• Teach self calming skills when they are calm
• Try to address underlying problem: hunger, tiredness, frustration
• Provide emotional labels as children experience them
• Model calm reactions to trying situations

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