It’s no secret that children experience big emotions, but knowing how to guide them through these moments can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re a parent or an educator, finding effective ways to calm an angry child is essential for helping them build emotional resilience and emotion regulation skills. Understanding what to say—and how to say it—can make a world of difference.

Stress levels are at an all-time high for kids and adults alike. If you are like the families in my group program, The Dysregulation Solution, then you might be seeing more extreme moodiness and anger in your child lately.  Many children are struggling to manage intense emotions, especially when they are also dealing with  ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), anxiety,

If you’re a parent of a dysregulated child, you know all too well the emotional rollercoaster that anger can bring. Kids often ride the waves of intense emotions, and anger is one of the most common stops on that journey. It’s totally normal for children to feel angry and react strongly to situations that might seem minor to us adults.