Tag #Child Meltdown

What immediate actions could bystanders take to better support a child experiencing a public meltdown, balancing safety and emotional well-being?

A young girl experienced a severe public meltdown in a Walmart store, resulting in property damage and attracting a large crowd of onlookers. One bystander, Amber Gregory, intervened, defending the child and suggesting underlying issues may have caused the outburst. The incident highlights the challenges of managing children's behavioral issues in public and the complexities of responding to such situations.