Does your child say hurtful things to you when they’re feeling mad or upset? This article provides some helpful tips on how to respond to your child in these moments – in a way that helps them understand their emotional experience. There will always be time to repair and discuss once things are calm, but letting your child know that you understand why they are feeling a certain emotion can be a very important skill to help your child build their emotional vocabulary – and eventually help children learn to express their emotions in healthier ways!
