Helping Anger Mood Disorder in Preschoolers

Most parents don't know what to do about anger mood disorder in preschoolers. They are upset and confused by the child's angry outbursts and perhaps feel helpless at the same time.

To help with your child's anger disorder, you first might schedule twenty minutes of one-on-one time every day. Children ages 3-5 tend to get cranky when their needs aren't met, so simply sitting down to play with your child for 20 minutes each day can help.

Secondly, encourage your child to use his/her developing language skills to express his/her wants and emotions. For instance, instead of hitting during a fight over a toy, train your child to say, "I want the toy."

Finally, giving your child a choice between two options can alleviate anger. For example, you might say "You either share the toy or you put it away now."