It is not suggested that the parent walk away from a child in a crowded store or restaurant when the child has a temper tantrum that would be dangerous. It is instead suggested that the parent continue their original task of shopping, driving, paying bills, etc., while not drawing attention to the fact that the child is displaying inappropriate behavior. Then, when the behavior stops and the child calms down, the parent can continue the conversation or task that involved the child. This modification of parent reaction lets the child see that while their parent is still there, they are not responding to a tantrum. This may include restraining the child in the parents lap and arms or the child may simply need to be removed from the situation and location.
Temper tantrums are usually dramatic, intense and full of emotion.
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