my son is 2 and has such a temper what can i do?

Answer 1

I still think whippins, and the father (male figure) is the best thing. Call me old fashion, but it really works. Talking doesn't, time out doesn't, none of that really does.

Answer 2

As a mother of two toddlers (2 & 3) the best advice I can give is to ignore the behavior. For example, when he starts his temper, immediately turn away from him and ignore the temper. Just pretend like he's not there. If he doesn't stop, stoop down to his level and explain that the behavior is unacceptable in a very stern voice. Please don't play into his temper because he will know he can rule you with that behavior.

One other piece of advice - You have to be strict at this learning age or else you will be posting about how to control a disobedient 3 or 4 year old. Whether it's time out for 2 minutes, taking a privilege away or one spank to the bottom, do something quick!

Answer 3

Give him an area for this. Such as a soft corner with alot of pillows or soft items like bean bags etc. When the temper tantrum starts simply say, I see that you need some time by yourself, walk him to his soft corner, then say when your done with your unacceptable behavior you may return to where I am. Let him know that he may only return when he is calm. This puts control back into the childs mind and he figures out that it's no fun to be alone. Works every time.

Answer 4

One day they are find then it's like 2 hits so does the temper tantrums. On some of the issues you can ignore it let is slide. However if it's something serious. Then you will want to do a time out.
He is 2 so 2 minutes is the time set for his time outs. The first time you give him a time out you might have to hold him in the chair so he knows not to get up. I know it sounds barbaric. That's the advise I recieved from his doctor on how to keep him in the chair.
Hope it helps.

Answer 5

Mine too, it's so bad I can't control him most of the time. I really think that it will just pass, the best thing you can do (and I should do too) is show him by example that you are patient and calm when you get angry so he will learn that getting mad and losing your temper is not the way to deal with frusttration. Just calmly punish him without screaming or being rough. It's hard I know, but it will pass and he soon will be able to control his impulses more as he gets older. He's only two, some adults have issues with temper and they have had a lifetime to work on it, give him some time and help him learn to have patience.

Answer 6

HAHAHA,
Yes, my 2 1/2 year old son is HORRIBLE......He gets in trouble at school he hits, punchs, slaps, throws, and has the worst temper in the world!!! You need patience and understanding this is just a terrible 2 thing......I'm not worried about my son and you shouldn't be worried about yours....Just play with him more, read to him more when children do that they are usally acting out because they want attention..... and make sure that you explain everything to him...including what he did wrong....and make sure he understands especially if you are going to physically hit him...I personally don't like that way but a good slap on the butt once in a while when it is neccesary is okay!!!!!!

Answer 7

My 2 year old is totally the same way, spankings don't help so as long as he is not hitting you, ignore him. if he hits you, and you feel out of control, sit in the floor in front of a wall and put him between your legs and put your legs over his so he cant kick and hug him around his midsection holding his arms down while talking calmly and quietly by his ear. Say things like "it's OK, Mommy's got you" or " as soon as you stop hitting mommy you can get up" I worked in day-cares and we were allowed (by the state) to restrain them if we felt endangered. I only had to use it once and should be a last resort. with my son I either walk away or carry him in his room and but the time he gets to the door he has calmed down. So unless he is violent ignoring is the best thing to do :)

Answer 8

at age two, children are barely able to regulate their emotions. Thus, you have to do it for him. Tell him it's okay to be angry, but the way he expresses himself is unaccpetable. Reward or praise him when he reacts appropriately(even if it seems trivial to you)..tell him that's what you like. Also, express your dislikes when his temper surfaces. Keep in mind he's two and he has no idea how to cope with discomfort or stress the same way we would as adults. if you choose to discipline him in any way, make sure its a learning process, not just a spanking.

Answer 9

I have a three year old with a really bad temper, so I send him to the corner for a time out, he really hates that, but it seems to work better than anything I've tried before.

Answer 10

Age two can be a very frustrating time for a child. Is your child quite bright? It could be that his anger is coming from being frustrated. Maybe he already knows that he is capable of doing things correctly but you are either not letting him use his knowledge....or as is often the case....he may have the ability but it would be inappropriate for him at his very young age to be allowed to carry it out. Try as much as is possible to figure out where his frustration is coming from. And try not to control him more than is necessary for his safety.

Answer 11

Try kneeling down so you're on his level, and look him in the eye when you explain to him that it's ok to be angry, but also explain that he needs to tell you what makes him angry. If you can get him to explain (even simply), you might be able to calm him more quickly. It works with my aggravated 2 yo daughter. (not that you can only do this once... you will have to do it over and over, but eventually he will get it.) It's probably just frustration that he isn't physically or emotionally ready for something he wants to do.