Quick Guide to the CALMS Dysregulation™ Protocol: Simple Tools for Raising a Self-Regulated Child

When your child’s emotions take over, it’s not “bad behavior” — it’s a dysregulated nervous system.

When Meltdowns Take Over, There’s a Way to Bring Calm Back — Even on the Hard Days.

✅ Understand the “why” behind your child’s behavior

✅ Calm meltdowns fast with easy, proven protocol developed by Dr. Roseann, psycholgist and kids mental health expert

✅ Use science-backed, natural tools that reset the brain and regulate the nervous system

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The Quick Guide to the CALMS Dysregulation™ Protocol gives you the simple,
natural tools to bring calm back into your home.

You’ve tried everything — deep breaths, time-outs, rewards, consequences — but nothing seems to work when your child’s emotions explode.
You’re left feeling helpless, exhausted, and wondering: Why can’t they just calm down?

The truth? Your child’s nervous system is in survival mode. Until it’s calm, they can’t listen, focus, or learn.

Inside this free quick-start guide, Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge breaks down her proven science-back strategies that helped thousands of families all over the world.

You’ll discover:

✅ The C.A.L.M.S. Dysregulation™ Protocol – simple, doable steps any parent can use during dysregulation.
✅ How to recognize dysregulation in any moment
✅ Exactly what to do (and not do) during meltdowns
✅ Quick resets that soothe your child’s brain and body
✅ Scripts and phrases that calm instead of escalate

Hi, I'm Dr. Roseann

I’m a children’s mental health expert, best-selling author, and mom of two neurodivergent kids. I’ve spent over three decades helping thousands of families find real, lasting solutions for ADHD and other mental health issues —without relying on medication.

I’ve been featured in top media outlets like CNN, The New York Times, and The Washington Post for my work in children’s mental health. With over 10,000 brain maps analyzed, I’ve developed a deep understanding of what an ADHD brain needs to thrive.

I created this guide to give parents like you a clear, science-backed roadmap—so you can stop the trial-and-error approach and start using proven solutions that actually work.

With this guide, you’ll finally...

💛 Feel confident instead of reactive during your child’s tough moments
💛 Understand what’s really driving behavior (and how to stop the chaos)
💛 Create more peace, connection, and cooperation in your home

You don’t need to be a perfect parent — you just need the right tools. Start calming your child’s brain and yours today.

The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment vary by patient and condition. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LLC does not guarantee certain results.