How can I help a six year old learn to control their temper?

Answer by  nymrsu (122)

Stay calm yourself, keep your voice under control and simply explain that you can not talk about what has made the child angry if they do not calm down themselves. Suggest they go to their room to think about what they want to say then talk.

Answer by  elb (1105)

Six-year olds are just learning that other people may see a situation differently. Asking a child to tell the story from the other child's point of view enhances seeing both sides. Helping a child learn patience by keeping reliable rules can reduce irritability and impatience - and temper outbursts.

Answer by  Brett (7986)

By giving them timeouts, and talking to them about their behaviour. Discipline is the key, and punishing them for this is vital.

Answer by  klvan (421)

To help a six year old learn how to control their temper, you should use reinforcements and punishments. If they throw a temper tamtrum, you give them a punishment. This usually consists of a time-out or taking something away. If they are good, give them reinforcements. These include things like giving them candy or taking them somewhere.

Answer by  Kid (75)

I would recommend a quiet time-out wall. You should send your child to his time-out wall any time his temper gets out of hand. Everytime! The child is not allowed to leave the wall unless the child is calm and ready to apologize for his/her behavior.

Answer by  maggiec1179aolcom (754)

Positive reinforcement and discussion about what is causing them to act up. Explain why their behaviors is bad when they act out and commend them for good behavior.

Answer by  Jeanne72 (436)

I have no kids of my own but I have babysat for my relatives a few times. Usually, they obey when you take away their favorite toys or sweets. Also, you can pretend to ignore them for a while and let them cool off.

Answer by  Roland27 (16334)

Take him to a therapist if you think he could potentially harm someone. If it's manageable you should teach him to be nice to other people and things. If he's out of control then tell him he needs to take a breather and think about things before continuing that activity.

Answer by  Inked (278)

A six year old is not fully rational and doesn't quite understand how they should express themselves in a public setting. They don't have any idea how to behave and it's best to give them a secondary reward if they will themselves to behave.