EPISODE · Nov 12, 2025 · 15 MIN
What to Do During Child Meltdowns: Teaching Kids Emotional Regulation
from Mindshift: Transforming Perspectives on Parenting & Education
Child Meltdowns and Tantrums: Teaching Emotional Regulation SkillsIs your child having daily meltdowns and tantrums? In this essential episode, veteran first-grade teacher Carla Heumann shares 17 years of proven strategies for managing emotional outbursts and teaching kids emotional regulation. Hosts Dr. Christopher Villarreal and Dr. Deb Anderson explore why toddlers and children struggle with big feelings, how to recognize dysregulation, and practical calm-down techniques that actually work. Learn why punishment fails, discover the surprising brain-reset power of cold water, and get step-by-step guidance for helping dysregulated children at home and school. Perfect for parents dealing with tantrums, teachers managing classroom behavior, and anyone seeking effective emotional regulation strategies for kids.
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Child Meltdowns and Tantrums: Teaching Emotional Regulation Skills Is your child having daily meltdowns and tantrums? In this essential episode, veteran first-grade teacher Carla Heumann shares 17 years of proven strategies for managing emotional outbursts and teaching kids emotional regulation. Hosts Dr. Christopher Villarreal and Dr. Deb Anderson explore why toddlers and children struggle with big feelings, how to recognize dysregulation, and practical calm-down techniques that actually wor...
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