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Emily, an active 8-year-old who loved soccer and playdates, changed almost overnight after a routine strep throat infection and a tick bite that seemed harmless at first. Shortly after, she became consumed with obsessive thoughts about getting hurt during games, refusing to play or even step onto the field. Her parents felt helpless as traditional treatments failed to help. It
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes If your child’s personality flipped overnight — you’re seeing tics, obsessive thoughts, and out-of-nowhere meltdowns — you’re not imagining it. That might be PANDAS, where the immune system goes after the brain instead of an infection like strep. When things feel intense and nothing seems to help, some parents turn to a treatment called plasmapheresis.
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes When a child is dysregulated, it can feel like everything is spinning out of control. Emotional outbursts, irritability, and overwhelm often happen when the nervous system is out of balance. What is Emotional Dysregulation? Emotional dysregulation happens when a child’s nervous system gets overwhelmed and can’t cope in the moment. It’s not defiance – it’s
I understand how tough it can be when your child struggles to stay regulated. You’ve probably seen how an overwhelmed nervous system can throw off everything—moods, routines, even how the day flows at home. Those meltdowns are definitely exhausting. And trying your best while still feeling like you’re barely holding it together? That’s a feeling many parents know all too
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Emotional regulation is like a child’s hidden superpower, helping them stay steady even when everything’s a mess. When meltdowns happen, I want you to know that it’s not defiance. Rather, it’s often a sign that their brain needs more calm. Stress, tiredness, or not knowing how to manage emotions can overwhelm kids. Mindfulness and reframing
Estimated reading time: 6-7 minutes Ever feel like your child goes from calm to chaos in seconds? One tiny trigger and suddenly they’re in tears, yelling, or going quiet completely. These intense reactions aren’t about willfulness – they’re signs that your child’s nervous system is overwhelmed and pretty much struggling to regulate. When big emotions show up like this, it’s
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Emotional dysregulation and ADHD can feel like a nonstop rollercoaster—and teaching kids self-regulation is how we help them take the wheel. The first step? Understanding their struggles so you can guide them toward more emotional control and confidence. What is Emotional Dysregulation? Ever notice how your child can seem calm one moment and completely overwhelmed
From the moment children are born, self-regulation is an important skill. It allows children to self-soothe and calms the brain’s reactivity to everyday stressors. Self-regulation is your child’s ability to control their thoughts, emotions, temperament, and actions. It also gives them the power to tackle any challenge that comes their way. Nurturing emotional regulation skills prepares younger children for a
You send your kid to school to learn, grow, and succeed in life. But when they struggle with self-regulation, everything can get in the way (from focusing to dealing with frustration). The good news? There are clear, strategic IEP goals that actually support emotional regulation, so your child can feel calmer, more in control of their emotions, and ready to
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes If your child gets overwhelmed around other kids, has meltdowns during playdates, or avoids group activities, you’re not alone. Social-emotional struggles can make everyday interactions feel impossible and exhausting for parents. In this blog, I’ll break down what social emotional regulation really means, why some kids struggle with it, and most importantly, what you can
Emily, an active 8-year-old who loved soccer and playdates, changed almost overnight after a routine strep throat infection and a tick bite that seemed harmless at first. Shortly after, she became consumed with obsessive thoughts about getting hurt during games, refusing to play or even step onto the field. Her parents felt helpless as traditional treatments failed to help. It
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes If your child’s personality flipped overnight — you’re seeing tics, obsessive thoughts, and out-of-nowhere meltdowns — you’re not imagining it. That might be PANDAS, where the immune system goes after the brain instead of an infection like strep. When things feel intense and nothing seems to help, some parents turn to a treatment called plasmapheresis.
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes When a child is dysregulated, it can feel like everything is spinning out of control. Emotional outbursts, irritability, and overwhelm often happen when the nervous system is out of balance. What is Emotional Dysregulation? Emotional dysregulation happens when a child’s nervous system gets overwhelmed and can’t cope in the moment. It’s not defiance – it’s
I understand how tough it can be when your child struggles to stay regulated. You’ve probably seen how an overwhelmed nervous system can throw off everything—moods, routines, even how the day flows at home. Those meltdowns are definitely exhausting. And trying your best while still feeling like you’re barely holding it together? That’s a feeling many parents know all too
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Emotional regulation is like a child’s hidden superpower, helping them stay steady even when everything’s a mess. When meltdowns happen, I want you to know that it’s not defiance. Rather, it’s often a sign that their brain needs more calm. Stress, tiredness, or not knowing how to manage emotions can overwhelm kids. Mindfulness and reframing
Estimated reading time: 6-7 minutes Ever feel like your child goes from calm to chaos in seconds? One tiny trigger and suddenly they’re in tears, yelling, or going quiet completely. These intense reactions aren’t about willfulness – they’re signs that your child’s nervous system is overwhelmed and pretty much struggling to regulate. When big emotions show up like this, it’s
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Emotional dysregulation and ADHD can feel like a nonstop rollercoaster—and teaching kids self-regulation is how we help them take the wheel. The first step? Understanding their struggles so you can guide them toward more emotional control and confidence. What is Emotional Dysregulation? Ever notice how your child can seem calm one moment and completely overwhelmed
From the moment children are born, self-regulation is an important skill. It allows children to self-soothe and calms the brain’s reactivity to everyday stressors. Self-regulation is your child’s ability to control their thoughts, emotions, temperament, and actions. It also gives them the power to tackle any challenge that comes their way. Nurturing emotional regulation skills prepares younger children for a
You send your kid to school to learn, grow, and succeed in life. But when they struggle with self-regulation, everything can get in the way (from focusing to dealing with frustration). The good news? There are clear, strategic IEP goals that actually support emotional regulation, so your child can feel calmer, more in control of their emotions, and ready to
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes If your child gets overwhelmed around other kids, has meltdowns during playdates, or avoids group activities, you’re not alone. Social-emotional struggles can make everyday interactions feel impossible and exhausting for parents. In this blog, I’ll break down what social emotional regulation really means, why some kids struggle with it, and most importantly, what you can
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