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What Does the Autonomic Nervous System Regulate?

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes When your child flips from calm to chaos in a heartbeat, it’s not defiance—it’s a dysregulated nervous system calling out for help. At the center of it all? A powerful system most parents have never even heard of: the autonomic nervous system. Before trying another

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Behavioral Signs of a Dysregulated Nervous System

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes If your child goes from calm to chaos over the smallest things, I totally understand how it can leave you feeling confused, helpless, and unsure of what to do next. These intense reactions are often signs of a dysregulated nervous system—and once we understand what’s

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How Dysregulation Affects Sleep in Children

If your child won’t sleep—if bedtime is filled with stalling, anxious thoughts, or frequent wakeups—you’re probably beyond exhausted and looking for real answers. And here’s the truth many parents don’t hear: chronic sleep problems in children are often signs of nervous system dysregulation. When your child’s brain is stuck in

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101 Self-Regulation Strategies for Kids That Actually Work

10 Self Regulation Strategies: From Intense Emotions to Calm

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Self-regulation strategies for kids focus on helping them manage their emotions and actions, especially in tough situations. These tools support children in responding calmly and thoughtfully instead of reacting on impulse. Some helpful strategies include practicing mindfulness, using deep breathing, setting goals, and establishing a

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