Reduce sensory stimuli, if you are at home and can control the environment.Adding sensory stimulus is usually not helpful. Other than moving your child to a safe location, do not touch your child during a meltdown.Never walk away from your child in public. If you are in public, keep your eyes on your child and move him to a safe location, if needed. If you are at home, isolate your child, especially if other children are nearby.Never use corporal punishment (spanking) during or after a meltdown.This will ultimately reinforce meltdown behavior. Don’t offer rewards or bribes to try to stop the meltdown.Definitely avoid trying to negotiate with him. Don’t talk to the child having a meltdown.Your first responsibility is to keep your child (and others around him) safe. Remove any hazardous objects or things that could be thrown or break during the meltdown. Take deep breaths, pray, or silently repeat a calming phrase to yourself.
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