According to the Experts...
Meltdowns
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Mayhem
Strategies
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Success
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This theorist defined 8 different stages of development.

Erik Erikson

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When a child has a uncontrolled burst of anger and frustration, usually accompanied by screaming or crying.

A tantrum

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A common strategy for child guidance that involves getting a child to focus their attention elsewhere. 

Redirection

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The second developmental stage that ranges from 18 months to 3 years, toddlers fall into this category.

Autonomy vs. Shame & Doubt

200

Hunger, frustration, and an inability to communicate their feelings can cause toddlers to react in this way. 

Biting

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Being aware of and taking precautions beforehand to not have negative behaviours or situations arise.

Prevention

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The space between what a child can do on their own and what they are capable of with assistance from someone more knowledgable. 

Zone of Proximal Development

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A developmentally appropriate behaviour for toddlers which is often misinterpreted as negative behaviour. 

The unwillingness to share items

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When an adult purposefully doesn't acknowledge a child's behaviour in hopes of preventing future problem situations. 

Intentional ignoring

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