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Symptoms, causes, and support strategies for children with Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD): Symptoms, Causes & How to Help Your Child

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
When a child’s mood swings turn into daily battles filled with explosive anger, it can leave parents heartbroken and exhausted. Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) is more than just irritabi
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Signs of childhood anger disorders and guidance on managing abnormal anger in kids

Is Your Child’s Anger Normal? Signs of Childhood Anger Disorders and What to Do

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
Every child gets angry, but when outbursts are extreme, frequent, or seem impossible to calm, it can leave parents feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. Childhood anger disorders go beyon
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One hundred one effective self-regulation strategies to help kids manage emotions and behavior

101 Self-Regulation Strategies for Kids That Actually Work

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
Let’s face it: parenting a child who struggles with managing their emotions or behavior can be exhausting and overwhelming. If you’re feeling frustrated or unsure of how to help your child cope with b
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Five co-regulation techniques to help children manage intense emotions and improve self-control

5 Co-Regulation Techniques to Help Your Child Manage Big Feelings

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Ever feel like your child’s big emotions are impossible to manage, leaving you struggling to stay calm? You’re not alone. The good news is, co-regulation strategies c
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Exploring brain dysregulation as a root cause of mental health challenges in children

The Brain and Mental Health: Rethinking Clinical Issues as Dysregulation of the Nervous System

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
There is an essential link between brain function and physical and mental well-being, and as parents, recognizing this connection can be transformative for your family's health. With the families I wo
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Key methods to help dysregulated children achieve a balanced and regulated nervous system

How to Help Your Dysregulated Child Achieve a Regulated Nervous System

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
Estimated reading time: 7 minutesWhen you’re parenting a child who melts down at the smallest thing, seems “stuck on high alert,” or just can’t calm their body or mind, it can feel exhausting. The goo
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Understanding emotional dysregulation in ADHD and effective strategies for managing reactions

Emotional Dysregulation and ADHD: Why Your Child Reacts So Strongly and What to Do About It

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
Estimated reading time: 8 minutesIf your child swings from zero to meltdown in seconds, this guide explains why—and what actually helps.If your child’s emotions feel “too big” or “too fast,” you’re no
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Micro steps parents can take to calm children’s emotional dysregulation and improve behavior

Effective Micro Steps to Calm Your Child’s Emotional Dysregulation

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
As a parent, you might often feel overwhelmed when your child experiences emotional dysregulation. It's not just a moment of frustration; it can feel like a storm of emotions that disrupts your family
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Why emotional meltdowns occur and how brain dysregulation contributes to children’s responses

Why Emotional Meltdowns Happen And How Brain Dysregulation Is the Missing Link

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
Ever wondered what's really fueling your child's emotional meltdowns? As a parent, it can feel bewildering and overwhelming to witness these intense emotional outbursts. There are often hidden brain-b
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