Children with sensory and executive functioning challenges often struggle with daily demands resulting in regular meltdowns. When a child’s nervous system feels taxed, something like putting on their coat can lead to a meltdown. As caregivers, it’s our job to identify why behaviors occur so we can give our children the tools to self-regulate. When we view behavior as an attempt to communicate, we begin to understand our children better and can help predict and prevent future meltdowns. Read on to learn strategies to predict and understand your child’s meltdowns and provide the tools they need to overcome those moments.