Temper tantrums often occur only with a parent. Parents can learn from their child by understanding the situation that caused the temper tantrum to erupt. Temper tantrums often begin at about 1 year of age and continue until age 3. Nearly all children have them, but, by age 4, most children develop the necessary self-control and temper tantrums stop. This is frustrating to the child and the frustrations are expressed in a variety of ways.
Temper tantrums are worse and occur more often when a child is hungry, tired, or sick.
Knowing the situations when your child is more likely to have a tantrum and thinking ahead may help. An example is not letting your child become overtired or hungry. Avoid long outings, delayed meals, and naps. Be reasonable about what to expect from your child, and do not expect your child to be perfect. Help your child to avoid frustration.