Calming Down

Practical support to reduce distressed behaviour.

Our Calming Down collection unpicks the reasons behind your child’s angry outbursts and helps you find simple strategies. You’ll find a range of ideas your child can use to get in control of big emotions before they feel overwhelmed.

- Why do I get big, angry reactions to simple requests?
- How can I reduce tantrums and meltdowns?
- What can I do to help my child calm down?

From toddlers to teens, find the support and practical ideas you need – with more helpful resources added all the time.

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The Calming Down Collection

Anger & Behaviour | Rachel Thynne

Rachel talks to Clare about anger and shares simple ways to help your child calm down when they feel angry.

4 Ways to Help Your Older Child Calm Down

Understand the best ways to respond to your teenager, with simple suggestions to help them calm down.

What Can I Do When My Child Feels Angry?

Join Gary Nicholls as he explores ways to support your child when they feel angry.

4 Simple Ways to Help Your Child Calm Down

These tips will help you calm your child down and teach them how to manage strong emotions in the future.

Simple Ways to Stop Your Child Spitting

Understand why your child spits, finding ways to reduce the behaviour and help them communicate in other ways.

How Can I Stop My Child Screaming?

Teach your child how to communicate calmly, without the need for screaming.

Helping Your Angry Child Calm Down

Download our FREE eBook to understand the triggers behind your child’s anger and simple strategies to best support them. Our 14-page eBook…

Is My Child Naturally ‘Naughty’?

Learn why your child is not naturally 'naughty'. They're just trying to communicate with you.

How to Help Your Angry Child Calm Down

Calming strategies you can use with your child to help them cope with angry outbursts.

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Helping Your Teenager Cope with Exam Stress

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Useful strategies to help your teenager cope with exam stress, including signs of stress and tips for the exam season.

4 Simple Ways to Support Your Child With Exams

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Learn how to support your teenager during exam revision, on the day, and as they wait for their results.

Relationships | Episode 1: Talking About Relationships

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Talking about relationships doesn't need to be embarrassing. Here are 5 tips to help you get the conversation started.

Helping Your Child with School Tests

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Useful ways to help your child cope with school tests, including spotting signs of stress and exploring ways to tackle anxiety.

5 Ways to Tackle Peer Pressure

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Teach your child these 5 strategies to use when they feel under pressure from their friends.

Talking to Your Teen About Knives

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Ways to support and protect your teenager from the threat of knife crime.

5 Ways to Support Your Teen Through a Breakup

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Everything you need to know to support your teen through a relationship breakup.

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