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What Is Self Regulation? How It Shapes Your Child's Focus and Behavior

What Is Self Regulation? How It Shapes Your Child’s Focus and Behavior

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Educators and parents often wonder what is self regulation and how they can help their child develop it. Self-regulation is all about managing emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, and it’s especially important for kids who might struggle with keeping it all together.  I always tell my Dysregulation Solution™ group members to think of self-regulation as an internal GPS that helps kids

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How OCD Affects Learning, Behavior and School in Children and Teens

How OCD Affects Learning, Behavior and School in Children and Teens

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood in schools, where the hidden struggles—like intrusive thoughts and mental rituals—can quietly make learning harder for kids. These hidden challenges can impact focus and behavior, but with the right understanding and support, kids can feel calmer and thrive in school. https://youtu.be/t2HRYcuAqIM?si=3rUjDk5y6wSqqWy8 Why is OCD Hard to Identify? OCD often

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Nervous System Dysregulation Tips and Tools Every Parent Needs to Support Emotions and Learning

Nervous System Dysregulation: Tips and Tools Every Parent Needs to Support Emotions and Learning

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Nervous system dysregulation happens when the nervous system struggles to regulate itself effectively, often leading to emotional and physical challenges for children and teens. It’s like their little systems are on a constant rollercoaster ride, making it tough for them to handle stress and emotions smoothly. As parents, we see our kids dealing with heightened anxiety, tummy troubles, and even

Read More »
9 Emotional Regulation Tips for Parents Help Your Child Build Resilience

9 Emotional Regulation Tips for Parents: Help Your Child Build Resilience

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes Managing big emotions can be tough, especially when your child’s outbursts seem to come out of nowhere. But you’re not alone—with the right tools and steady support, your child can surely learn to build emotional resilience and be more in control. How does Emotional Regulation Support Mental Health in Children and Teens? Emotional regulation supports

Read More »
Emotion Regulation Skills for OCD Techniques in Children and Teens

Emotion Regulation Skills for OCD: Techniques in Children and Teens

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes If your child’s emotions have been bouncing between meltdown mode and “leave me alone” in record time, take a breath—you’re not the only parent riding this rollercoaster. When OCD enters the picture, it’s not just about rituals and rules; it’s about big, hard-to-manage feelings that hijack your kid’s brain (and your household). The good news?

Read More »
Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in Kids Common Signs and Why it Happens Dr. Roseann Capanna - Hodge

Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in Kids: Common Signs and Why it Happens

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

As a parent, witnessing your child struggle with emotional dysregulation can be both heart-wrenching and bewildering. It also can feel out of control for you and them. You might find yourself wondering why your child or teen is experiencing such intense emotional responses and how you can help them regain balance. Emotional dysregulation in children is more than just a

Read More »
Raising Kids Who Can Self Regulate Dr. Roseann Capanna - Hodge

Proven Strategies to Teaching Kids Self-Control

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimate reading time: 7 minutes If your child explodes over little things or can’t seem to stop themselves from blurting out or acting impulsively, you’re likely wondering, “Why can’t they just control themselves?” In this blog, we’ll walk through how to start teaching kids self control using my science-backed strategies– with plenty of real-life examples for parents like you who

Read More »
595 - Blog - Mood & Behavior - Master Nervous System Regulation with These Simple Techniques!

Master Nervous System Regulation with These Simple Techniques!

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Nervous system regulation means achieving a balance between the body’s responses to stress and relaxation. Imagine it like this: when your child is having a meltdown over bedtime or refusing to eat their veggies, your nervous system is in high gear, trying to manage the chaos. But when they finally drift off to sleep and you can enjoy a quiet

Read More »
Strep Throat OCD: Understanding the Connection and Treatment Options

Strep Throat OCD: Understanding the Connection and Treatment Options

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Curious about the link between strep throat and OCD symptoms in children?  For some, an immune reaction to a strep infection may inadvertently target the brain, leading to abrupt onset of OCD signs. This nightmarish condition is referred to as PANDAS. Yes, what may look like “strep throat OCD” is actually PANDAS—and it’s more common

Read More »
BLOG: The Connection Between AuDHD Anxiety and Nervous System Dysregulation

AuDHD Anxiety Explained: Why Your Child’s Brain Struggles to Stay Regulated

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes One minute your child is laser-focused on lining up toys. The next, they’re curled up under the table, refusing to speak. If this feels familiar, you’re likely living with something more than just everyday anxiety. Welcome to life with AuDHD. But here’s the good news: there’s a reason behind the chaos—and there’s something you can

Read More »
What Is Self Regulation? How It Shapes Your Child's Focus and Behavior

What Is Self Regulation? How It Shapes Your Child’s Focus and Behavior

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Educators and parents often wonder what is self regulation and how they can help their child develop it. Self-regulation is all about managing emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, and it’s especially important for kids who might struggle with keeping it all together.  I always tell my Dysregulation Solution™ group members to think of self-regulation as an internal GPS that helps kids

Read More »
How OCD Affects Learning, Behavior and School in Children and Teens

How OCD Affects Learning, Behavior and School in Children and Teens

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood in schools, where the hidden struggles—like intrusive thoughts and mental rituals—can quietly make learning harder for kids. These hidden challenges can impact focus and behavior, but with the right understanding and support, kids can feel calmer and thrive in school. https://youtu.be/t2HRYcuAqIM?si=3rUjDk5y6wSqqWy8 Why is OCD Hard to Identify? OCD often

Read More »
Nervous System Dysregulation Tips and Tools Every Parent Needs to Support Emotions and Learning

Nervous System Dysregulation: Tips and Tools Every Parent Needs to Support Emotions and Learning

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Nervous system dysregulation happens when the nervous system struggles to regulate itself effectively, often leading to emotional and physical challenges for children and teens. It’s like their little systems are on a constant rollercoaster ride, making it tough for them to handle stress and emotions smoothly. As parents, we see our kids dealing with heightened anxiety, tummy troubles, and even

Read More »
9 Emotional Regulation Tips for Parents Help Your Child Build Resilience

9 Emotional Regulation Tips for Parents: Help Your Child Build Resilience

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes Managing big emotions can be tough, especially when your child’s outbursts seem to come out of nowhere. But you’re not alone—with the right tools and steady support, your child can surely learn to build emotional resilience and be more in control. How does Emotional Regulation Support Mental Health in Children and Teens? Emotional regulation supports

Read More »
Emotion Regulation Skills for OCD Techniques in Children and Teens

Emotion Regulation Skills for OCD: Techniques in Children and Teens

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes If your child’s emotions have been bouncing between meltdown mode and “leave me alone” in record time, take a breath—you’re not the only parent riding this rollercoaster. When OCD enters the picture, it’s not just about rituals and rules; it’s about big, hard-to-manage feelings that hijack your kid’s brain (and your household). The good news?

Read More »
Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in Kids Common Signs and Why it Happens Dr. Roseann Capanna - Hodge

Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in Kids: Common Signs and Why it Happens

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

As a parent, witnessing your child struggle with emotional dysregulation can be both heart-wrenching and bewildering. It also can feel out of control for you and them. You might find yourself wondering why your child or teen is experiencing such intense emotional responses and how you can help them regain balance. Emotional dysregulation in children is more than just a

Read More »
Raising Kids Who Can Self Regulate Dr. Roseann Capanna - Hodge

Proven Strategies to Teaching Kids Self-Control

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimate reading time: 7 minutes If your child explodes over little things or can’t seem to stop themselves from blurting out or acting impulsively, you’re likely wondering, “Why can’t they just control themselves?” In this blog, we’ll walk through how to start teaching kids self control using my science-backed strategies– with plenty of real-life examples for parents like you who

Read More »
595 - Blog - Mood & Behavior - Master Nervous System Regulation with These Simple Techniques!

Master Nervous System Regulation with These Simple Techniques!

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Nervous system regulation means achieving a balance between the body’s responses to stress and relaxation. Imagine it like this: when your child is having a meltdown over bedtime or refusing to eat their veggies, your nervous system is in high gear, trying to manage the chaos. But when they finally drift off to sleep and you can enjoy a quiet

Read More »
Strep Throat OCD: Understanding the Connection and Treatment Options

Strep Throat OCD: Understanding the Connection and Treatment Options

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Curious about the link between strep throat and OCD symptoms in children?  For some, an immune reaction to a strep infection may inadvertently target the brain, leading to abrupt onset of OCD signs. This nightmarish condition is referred to as PANDAS. Yes, what may look like “strep throat OCD” is actually PANDAS—and it’s more common

Read More »
BLOG: The Connection Between AuDHD Anxiety and Nervous System Dysregulation

AuDHD Anxiety Explained: Why Your Child’s Brain Struggles to Stay Regulated

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes One minute your child is laser-focused on lining up toys. The next, they’re curled up under the table, refusing to speak. If this feels familiar, you’re likely living with something more than just everyday anxiety. Welcome to life with AuDHD. But here’s the good news: there’s a reason behind the chaos—and there’s something you can

Read More »

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