Are boys more prone to tantrums than girls or is it just a myth?

Islam highlights the importance of viewing each child as a special trust from Allah Almighty, acknowledging their individual qualities, needs, and challenges. The noble Quran does not categorise emotional behaviour by gender. Instead, it promotes justice, compassion, and personal responsibility for every individual. Allah Almighty states in the noble Quran at Surah Al Israa (17), Verse 70: ‘Indeed, We (Allah Almighty) have honoured the descendants of Adam; and fostered them over the land and the sea; and provided sustenance for them with purified nourishment; and We gave them preferential treatment over many of those (species) We have created with special privileges.’ This verse emphasises the worth of every child, irrespective of gender, and serves as a reminder for parents to maintain fairness and respect in their interactions.

It is recorded in Sunan Nisai, Hadith 3687, that holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ stated:
The Messenger of Allah said: ‘Treat your children fairly, treat your children fairly.’ This Hadith emphasises the importance of maintaining justice and fairness in all areas of parenting, particularly in how emotional behaviour is interpreted and addressed. Labelling boys as naturally more disruptive can result in unfair expectations or stricter punishment. Every child should have the same opportunity to receive patient education and be in a supportive environment. Addressing emotional challenges with patience and balance teaches a child how to manage their feelings. It reassures them that their value is not lessened by their emotions but rather determined by their efforts to act rightly in the eyes of Allah Almighty.