Is there a difference between a tantrum and a meltdown?

The words tantrum and meltdown are often used interchangeably, even by professionals.  So, is there a difference?

The word meltdown is often (but not always) associated with autistic children.

It is used when the brain is completely overloaded by their environment or demands, and they lose control of their emotions.

In contrast a temper tantrum involves extreme anger and frustration.

A tantrum is often associated with wilful behaviour, whereas a meltdown is considered something out of a child’s control.

However, it could be  argued that in most temper tantrums the child has fully lost control.

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