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Why After-School Meltdowns Happen (And What You Can Do About Them)
Ever pick up your child after what seemed like a perfectly fine school day, only to be met with a flood of tears, outbursts, or total shutdown once they walk through the door? One moment everything seems calm, and the next, your child is overwhelmed by something as small as the wrong snack or a missing sock. It feels sudden and confusing, especially when the teacher says they had a “great day.”
You may wonder what you're missing or if you're doing something wrong.
What Every Parent Should Know About Childhood Burnout

Is your child coming home from school exhausted, snapping over small things, or pulling away from the activities they used to love? You might catch yourself second-guessing, wondering if it’s just a rough week or a sign of something deeper.
With academic demands, packed schedules, social pressure, and limited downtime, many kids and teens are carrying more than they can manage.