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107 Self Regulation Skills

107 Self Regulation Skills for Children: How to Improve Focus, Emotional Control, and Learning

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

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5 Steps To Managing Emotional Dysregulation in Child

19 Effective Parent Scripts to Soothe Emotional Dysregulation in Kids

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

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Graphic titled 'Anxiety Coping Skills for Teens,' featuring a diverse group of teenagers practicing coping techniques like deep breathing, journaling, exercising, and talking to a trusted adult, with calming colors and supportive text labels.

Top Anxiety Coping Skills for Teens to Conquer Stress and Thrive

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
Self-regulation strategies for kids

10 Self Regulation Strategies: From Intense Emotions to Calm

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
15 Engaging Coping Skills Activities for Kids to Build Resilience for Life

15 Engaging Coping Skills Activities for Kids to Build Resilience for Life

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
Self-Regulation and ADHD Ways to Achieve Emotional Balance

ADHD and Self-Regulation: Ways to Achieve Emotional Balance

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
A group of children developing self-regulation and emotional intelligence through yoga.

Teaching Self-Regulation and Emotional Intelligence at Home

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes As a therapist and mom, I know how tough it is to see your child overwhelmed by big emotions. Whether your little one melts down over Legos or struggles to find calm after a tough day in school, helping them build emotional intelligence can allow them to self-regulate and handle stress on their own, in

Read More »
Proven Strategies to Control Anger and Frustration in Children

Proven Strategies to Control Anger and Frustration in Children: Helping Kids Find Their Calm

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Children experience a gamut of emotions, just like adults. Anger and frustration are normal feelings that every child will experience. However, children may not yet have the emotional vocabulary or coping mechanisms to manage these intense emotions effectively. These feelings can become even more pronounced and difficult to manage in children diagnosed with behavioral and

Read More »
Social Skills and Emotional Regulation

Social-Emotional Regulation: Help Your Child Stay Calm and Connected

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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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Co-Regulation and Parenting Sharing Your CALM

Coregulation Parenting: How Sharing Your Calm Helps Kids Regulate Themselves

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes You know those days when it feels like your child is riding a rollercoaster of big emotions—and you’re strapped in for the ride, whether you want to be or not? The tantrums, the shutdowns, the pushback—it’s exhausting. And confusing. And often isolating. If you’ve found yourself thinking, “I don’t know how to help them anymore,”

Read More »
107 Self Regulation Skills

107 Self Regulation Skills for Children: How to Improve Focus, Emotional Control, and Learning

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
5 Steps To Managing Emotional Dysregulation in Child

19 Effective Parent Scripts to Soothe Emotional Dysregulation in Kids

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
Graphic titled 'Anxiety Coping Skills for Teens,' featuring a diverse group of teenagers practicing coping techniques like deep breathing, journaling, exercising, and talking to a trusted adult, with calming colors and supportive text labels.

Top Anxiety Coping Skills for Teens to Conquer Stress and Thrive

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
Self-regulation strategies for kids

10 Self Regulation Strategies: From Intense Emotions to Calm

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
15 Engaging Coping Skills Activities for Kids to Build Resilience for Life

15 Engaging Coping Skills Activities for Kids to Build Resilience for Life

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
Self-Regulation and ADHD Ways to Achieve Emotional Balance

ADHD and Self-Regulation: Ways to Achieve Emotional Balance

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
A group of children developing self-regulation and emotional intelligence through yoga.

Teaching Self-Regulation and Emotional Intelligence at Home

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes As a therapist and mom, I know how tough it is to see your child overwhelmed by big emotions. Whether your little one melts down over Legos or struggles to find calm after a tough day in school, helping them build emotional intelligence can allow them to self-regulate and handle stress on their own, in

Read More »
Proven Strategies to Control Anger and Frustration in Children

Proven Strategies to Control Anger and Frustration in Children: Helping Kids Find Their Calm

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Children experience a gamut of emotions, just like adults. Anger and frustration are normal feelings that every child will experience. However, children may not yet have the emotional vocabulary or coping mechanisms to manage these intense emotions effectively. These feelings can become even more pronounced and difficult to manage in children diagnosed with behavioral and

Read More »
Social Skills and Emotional Regulation

Social-Emotional Regulation: Help Your Child Stay Calm and Connected

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

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

Read More »
Co-Regulation and Parenting Sharing Your CALM

Coregulation Parenting: How Sharing Your Calm Helps Kids Regulate Themselves

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes You know those days when it feels like your child is riding a rollercoaster of big emotions—and you’re strapped in for the ride, whether you want to be or not? The tantrums, the shutdowns, the pushback—it’s exhausting. And confusing. And often isolating. If you’ve found yourself thinking, “I don’t know how to help them anymore,”

Read More »

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