Try to notice what causes your teen’s tantrums. It could be feeling unheard, being denied something they want, or stress from school or friends. Once you identify these triggers, you can help your teen prepare better for these situations. Talk to them when they are calm about what to do next time they feel overwhelmed. You can even draw out a plan on how they should react the next time this happens. Maybe they can listen to music, take a walk, or use a calming technique like deep breathing. Helping your teen develop these coping skills builds their independence and reduces the frequency of tantrums, in the long-run.
And most importantly, stay patient. This too, shall pass!
