Understanding emotions and behaviour Understanding emotions and behaviour

Tantrums, anxious feelings, eating habits and more

Understanding emotions and behaviour

Understanding and managing your child’s behaviour Arrow Link

If you are finding your child’s behaviour difficult to cope with, there are some things you can do. 

What to do if your child has a meltdown Arrow Link

Meltdowns are an involuntary emotional response to overwhelm. Your child will need you to help them regain control of their feelings.

Keeping a behaviour diary Arrow Link

Writing a behaviour diary to track your child’s behaviour can help you spot patterns and access support.

Help with child tantrums Arrow Link

Tantrums are emotional outbursts that show your child needs or wants something. Understanding their needs can help calm your child.

How to help your child with separation anxiety Arrow Link

Separation anxiety is when your child feels upset or fearful about being away from you. You can help them understand.

Anger management for teens Arrow Link

At times of stress, children may struggle to manage their emotions. This can lead to anger.

Behaviour tips for foster carers and adoptive parents Arrow Link

Behaviour can be challenging for any parent. Adoptive parents and foster carers may face extra challenges with children who’ve experienced trauma.

Body image in children and teenagers Arrow Link

Body image is our view of how we look, and how that makes us feel.

How to tell if your child is lonely Arrow Link

Every child needs time on their own now and again. But sometimes young people feel some sadness about being alone.

How to tell if you child feels stressed Arrow Link

Young people can feel stressed by school work, falling out with friends or changes in family life.

How to tell if your child is anxious Arrow Link

Everyday things can cause anxious thoughts. When this is more severe, it can sometimes be referred to as anxiety.

How to tell if your child has low self-esteem Arrow Link

When someone has low self-esteem, they’re more likely to think negatively about their abilities and worth.