When Tantrums in Kids on the Autism Spectrum Become Unmanageable
"Any advice for dealing with a child on the spectrum who flips into severe tantrums over the slightest change in his routine?" Some kids with Aspergers and high-functioning autism (HFA) are more likely to have temper tantrums than others. Causes that contribute to a youngster's tendency to have tantrums include: age and stage of development fatigue stress in the youngster's environment temperament whether underlying behavioral, developmental, or health conditions are present (e.g., ADHD) Also, a youngster may be more likely to have temper tantrums if moms and dads react too strongly to difficult behavior or give in to the youngster's demands. Temper tantrums are normal behavior for most kids, and there is no reason why kids with Aspergers and HFA should refrain from this stage of development. But how do you know whether or not a child's tantrums are "normal"? When tantrums escalate to the point of violence, is it still just a "t