The kid, who until recently was sweet and obedient, suddenly turns into a small ungoverned monster. So parents will learn about the first serious children's crisis. But for a panic there are no reasons - five basic axioms will help to cope with unjustified obstinacy, protests and whims. First of all, it is necessary to determine the boundaries - outline the range of rules and requirements that a child must perform. They should be understandable, simple and logical - otherwise the kid will be hard to understand what they want from him.
Having established the framework, one must be consistent in observing them. No exceptions and indulgences - so adults will have the right authority.
Ability to conduct dialogue and provide reasonable choices are important principles for overcoming the child crisis. Friendly and calm conversation, sincere interest in the opinion of the baby, discussion of emotions and thoughts - even negative ones - helps to reduce the degree of tension and, in most cases, prevent hysteria.
And, finally, acceptance is the ability to empathize, not to rush things and show respect for the characteristics of the child's personality.