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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
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
Estimated Reading Time: 6-7 minutes Mastering nervous system regulation is about balancing stress and relaxation. When your kid’s emotions are out of control, your body’s working hard to keep you steady. This balance impacts your mental and physical health more than you think. That’s why using simple techniques to calm your nervous system helps you manage stress and find peace
People with ADHD often face emotional dysregulation, especially when it comes to understanding the emotions in ADHD. For kids and teens, this can mean having big feelings that come on quickly and are hard to control. Picture a typical school day where a small comment from a friend can suddenly feel like a huge deal, or a minor setback in
The regulation of emotion, known as emotion regulation, entails the capacity to modulate our emotional responses. Mastery in this area is vital for maintaining mental health, nurturing relationships, and enhancing one’s quality of life. Many of the children and teens I work with struggle with emotion regulation abilities and that can have a negative affect on child development and the
Estimated Reading Time: 10-12 minutes Ever tried calming a tired, hungry kid who’s losing it over “weird” socks? That’s dysregulation in full swing—and no, self-regulation doesn’t just appear out of nowhere. Kids need to be taught how to calm their brain, manage big emotions, and handle impulsive behaviors long before their next meltdown. When children build self-regulation skills, they do
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
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes When anxiety takes over, it doesn’t just affect your teen; it knocks your whole family off balance. If your child feels stuck in fear no matter what you try, it’s time for brain-based solutions that bring calm, confidence, and real change. What Is Anxiety in Teens and When Is It A Problem? It’s normal for
Understanding Self-Regulation in Children Self-regulation refers to the ability to manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to achieve goals or maintain positive relationships. Children are not born with these self-regulation skills, but instead, they develop them over time through social interactions, experiences, and practice. While self-regulation is an essential part of child development, it’s also normal for children to struggle with
Why are coping skills so important for kids? Well, life isn’t always a smooth ride as there will always be twists, turns, and loops. Practicing coping skills keeps them secure when the ride gets bumpy. Kids face strong emotions and challenging situations daily, from school stress to friendship woes. Without the right coping strategies, these situations can feel like a
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
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
Estimated Reading Time: 6-7 minutes Mastering nervous system regulation is about balancing stress and relaxation. When your kid’s emotions are out of control, your body’s working hard to keep you steady. This balance impacts your mental and physical health more than you think. That’s why using simple techniques to calm your nervous system helps you manage stress and find peace
People with ADHD often face emotional dysregulation, especially when it comes to understanding the emotions in ADHD. For kids and teens, this can mean having big feelings that come on quickly and are hard to control. Picture a typical school day where a small comment from a friend can suddenly feel like a huge deal, or a minor setback in
The regulation of emotion, known as emotion regulation, entails the capacity to modulate our emotional responses. Mastery in this area is vital for maintaining mental health, nurturing relationships, and enhancing one’s quality of life. Many of the children and teens I work with struggle with emotion regulation abilities and that can have a negative affect on child development and the
Estimated Reading Time: 10-12 minutes Ever tried calming a tired, hungry kid who’s losing it over “weird” socks? That’s dysregulation in full swing—and no, self-regulation doesn’t just appear out of nowhere. Kids need to be taught how to calm their brain, manage big emotions, and handle impulsive behaviors long before their next meltdown. When children build self-regulation skills, they do
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
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes When anxiety takes over, it doesn’t just affect your teen; it knocks your whole family off balance. If your child feels stuck in fear no matter what you try, it’s time for brain-based solutions that bring calm, confidence, and real change. What Is Anxiety in Teens and When Is It A Problem? It’s normal for
Understanding Self-Regulation in Children Self-regulation refers to the ability to manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to achieve goals or maintain positive relationships. Children are not born with these self-regulation skills, but instead, they develop them over time through social interactions, experiences, and practice. While self-regulation is an essential part of child development, it’s also normal for children to struggle with
Why are coping skills so important for kids? Well, life isn’t always a smooth ride as there will always be twists, turns, and loops. Practicing coping skills keeps them secure when the ride gets bumpy. Kids face strong emotions and challenging situations daily, from school stress to friendship woes. Without the right coping strategies, these situations can feel like a
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