Health Tip: Are Your Child's Tantrums Dangerous?
(HealthDay News) -- Parents often think of a child's tantrum as a typical part of growing up. But sometimes there are warning signs that should prompt a call to the pediatrician.
The Cleveland Clinic mentions these examples:
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Tantrums that still occur or worsen after your child turns 4 years old.
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Tantrums that include the child causing self-harm, or harm to others or property.
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Tantrums that include holding one's breath, particularly if the child faints.
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Tantrums that are followed by anxiety, headache or stomach ache.
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