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Dysregulated Kids: Science-Backed Parenting Help for Behavior, Anxiety, ADHD and More

Dr. Roseann Capanna Hodge

Are you tired of the daily battles, the problems with listening and focus, meltdowns over minor frustrations, and the constant feeling of walking on eggshells in your own home? If you"re a parent who feels overwhelmed, stuck in a cycle of reactivity, and utterly exhausted from trying to manage your child"s challenging behaviors, you are not alone. You"ve tried everything—the sticker charts, the timeouts, the endless negotiations—but nothing creates lasting change. The answer isn"t more discipline

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367: The 4 Calming Phrases Parents Say Changed...

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2025/12/24

When your child melts down, every parent feels that moment of panic—What do I say? How do I help them calm? In this episode, I break down the 4 Calming Phrases Parents Say Changed Everything and how these simple, rhythmic statements help a dysregulated brain return to safety and connection.Parenting a child whose emotions shift from zero to one hundred can feel overwhelming, but understanding what the brain needs in those tense moments changes everything. These phrases aren’t fluffy scripts. They’re

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14:54

366: When the Sun Goes Down, the Meltdowns...

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2025/12/22

Ever wonder why your child seems calm all day but melts down at night? I explain why child's meltdowns begin when the nervous system finally exhales, and share Regulation First Parenting™ strategies to help kids self-regulate.Parenting a child whose emotions swing from calm to chaos can feel overwhelming, especially at night. Understanding why child's meltdowns begin and how to respond with compassion can transform bedtime from a battle into a moment of connection.This episode dives into the

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19:50

365: The Real Reason Your Child Is Struggling in...

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2025/12/17

Many bright kids struggle daily in school, and it’s not because of laziness or lack of effort. The real reason your child is struggling in school is often a dysregulated nervous system. I’ll show you how Regulation First Parenting™ strategies help kids calm, focus, and thrive.Every parent knows the sinking feeling when homework, tests, or transitions turn your child’s school day into a battle. It’s tempting to think the problem is effort, attitude, or ability—but the truth is, learning, focus, and

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17:04

364: Why Your Kid’s Brain Shuts Down When Plans Change

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2025/12/15

Child meltdowns spike when plans change because your child’s brain feels unsafe and the nervous system goes into survival mode. I’ll guide you through Regulation First Parenting™ strategies to calm, support, and help your child adapt with confidence.Every parent knows the moment when plans change and your child suddenly spirals into tears, anger, or shutdown. It feels overwhelming, frustrating, and sometimes even personal—but you’re not alone.In today’s episode, we explore why these meltdowns happen

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12:20

363: Is Everyday Stress Quietly Rewiring Your Child’s...

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2025/12/10

Is everyday stress quietly rewiring your child's brain? Learn how chronic stress reshapes the nervous system, affects emotional regulation, and how small, practical lifestyle changes can protect your child’s brain health.Parenting a child whose emotions swing from calm to chaos can feel overwhelming. Everyday pressures—school demands, social tension, family stress—can quietly rewire your child’s brain, pushing it into a constant state of survival mode. But the good news? You can change these

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27:53

362: Why Therapy Isn’t Working: The Hidden Power of...

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2025/12/08

If you’ve spent months—or years—in therapy and your child is still melting down, avoiding schoolwork, or unable to calm their body, you are not alone. And it’s not because the therapy is “bad” or you’re doing anything wrong. The real issue is that their brain can’t use the strategies yet.That’s where neurofeedback comes in. Today’s episode dives deep into the science of why so many kids stay stuck and why regulation must come first before any traditional therapy can work.Why isn’t therapy working

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35:00

361: Inside the Dysregulated and Distracted Brain:...

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2025/12/03

If you’ve ever wished you could peek inside your child’s brain during a meltdown or when they completely shut down, today’s episode is for you. We’re diving into QEEG brain maps—one of the most powerful, yet most underused tools for understanding what’s really driving big emotions, focus issues, and chronic dysregulation.For three decades, I’ve watched families bounce from diagnosis to diagnosis… ADHD, anxiety, “behavioral issues.” And while those labels can be helpful, they’re often surface-level.A

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50:57

360: Minerals, Mitochondria, and Meltdowns: The...

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2025/12/01

Parenting a child who goes from calm to chaos in seconds can feel exhausting. You try everything—deep breaths, gentle words, even walking away—and still, the meltdowns come. You’re not alone.When kids struggle with big emotions, there’s often a hidden root cause inside the body—and minerals play a much bigger role than most parents realize.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aaron Hartman to unpack the powerful connection between minerals, mitochondria, and meltdowns—and how nutrition, lifestyle,

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12:20

359: Before the Emotional Blow-Up: Hidden Clues Your...

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2025/11/26

Parenting a tween or teen who swings from calm to chaos in seconds can leave you walking on eggshells. One minute they’re fine, and the next—doors slam, voices rise, and you’re wondering what just happened. You’re not alone. Those big mood swings aren’t “attitude.” They’re signals that your child’s nervous system is in distress.Let’s dive into the hidden clues your tween’s or teen’s nervous system is in trouble, how to decode them before they explode, and practical steps to bring calm back to your

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12:39

358: The Surprising Fix for Oppositional Behavior (3...

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2025/11/24

When every request turns into a power struggle, it can leave you exhausted, frustrated, and questioning everything you’re doing as a parent. But here’s the truth: your child isn’t trying to make your life harder—their brain is stuck in survival mode.Let me break down what’s really happening when kids seem defiant and how parents can shift from chaos to calm using three powerful regulation steps. You’ll learn how to decode oppositional behavior, why it’s not about disrespect, and what you can do

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10:42

357: Your Child's Meltdown Triggered Your...

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2025/11/19

Parenting a child who’s melting down while you’re barely holding it together yourself can feel impossible.One minute you’re calm, and the next—you’re yelling too. You didn’t mean to, but their meltdown triggered yours. You’re not alone, and it doesn’t mean you’re a bad parent. It means both of your nervous systems are overwhelmed.Let me share why this happens and exactly how to stop the cycle of dysregulation before it spirals out of control. You’ll learn how your calm can anchor your child, what to

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13:29

356: Why Your Child Freaks Out Over the Smallest Things

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2025/11/17

Parenting a child who melts down over socks that “feel weird” or a sandwich cut the “wrong” way can leave you wondering what’s really going on. You try to stay calm, but inside you’re thinking, Seriously? This can’t be about the sandwich.You’re not alone—and you’re not a bad parent. The truth is, those small moments aren’t small at all when your child’s stress cup is overflowing.Let me break down why your child freaks out over the smallest things and how to calm the brain first so everyone can find

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13:10

355: Gentle Parenting Isn’t Enough—Here’s What Kids...

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2025/11/12

Parenting a child who constantly melts down—even when you’ve tried every gentle parenting tip out there—can leave you exhausted and doubting yourself.You’re doing your best to be calm and validating, yet you still feel like you’re walking on eggshells. You’re not alone. The truth is, gentle parenting isn’t enough on its own—and understanding whycan completely change your family dynamic.Let’s break down what gentle parenting gets right, what it misses, and how to help your child truly regulate and

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15:29

354: Lazy or Dysregulated? What is the Truth About...

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2025/11/10

Parenting a child who won’t even try can break your heart. You ask, you remind, you offer rewards—and still, they resist or melt down. You’re not imagining it, and you’re not failing as a parent. It’s not bad parenting—it’s a dysregulated brain.Many parents worry their child is lazy, unmotivated, or just doesn’t care about school or responsibilities. But what if what’s really happening isn’t laziness at all—what if your child’s brain is shutting down under stress?In this episode, I explain why

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18:29

353: Why Dysregulated Kids Can’t Use Their Executive...

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2025/11/05

Parenting a child who melts down over homework or seemingly simple tasks can feel overwhelming and exhausting. You’re not imagining it—the frustration, tears, and chaos aren’t bad behavior. It’s a dysregulated brain struggling to access its control center.In this episode, let me explain why dysregulated kids can’t use their executive function, what that means for daily life, and practical strategies to help your child regain focus, complete tasks, and strengthen their executive functioning

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53:59

352: Why Lyme Tests Fail: What to Do When Bloodwork...

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2025/11/03

Parenting a child who’s struggling with mysterious symptoms can be frightening and exhausting. You bring them to the doctor, the tests come back “normal,” and yet you know something isn’t right. You’re not imagining it—it’s real, and you’re not alone.In this episode, Dr. Bill Rawls explains why Lyme disease testing often misses active infections, what it means for your child, and practical steps parents can take to advocate for accurate diagnosis and care.Why does my child keep testing negative for

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10:27

351: How to Calm Your Child Without Saying a Word

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2025/10/29

Have you ever noticed that the more you explain, the more your child melts down? Parenting a child who reacts this way can leave you exhausted, frustrated, and worried. You try to reason, but instead of calming down, your child gets even more upset.In this episode, I’ll share why talking often backfires when kids are upset, and how your calm presence, body language, and deep breaths can help your child regulate without words. You’ll discover the brain science behind co-regulation and walk away with

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10:53

350: 3 Signs You’re Co-Regulating Right (and 2 You’re...

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2025/10/27

Co-regulation is one of the most powerful tools we have to help children learn how to manage emotions, but many parents wonder: Am I even doing it right? When your own emotions feel overwhelming and your child’s emotions are spilling over, it can be hard to know if what you’re doing is helping.In this episode, I break down the signs you’re co-regulating effectively—and the red flags that mean you’re missing the mark. By the end, you’ll know how to create more emotional safety for your child, model

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11:46

349: Are Rewards and Consequences Hurting Your Child...

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2025/10/22

Parenting a child who doesn’t respond to sticker charts, time-outs, or threats can feel defeating. You’ve tried rewards, consequences, and everything in between—and still the meltdowns, backtalk, and battles keep happening. You’re not alone.In this episode, I explain why rewards and consequences don’t land for dysregulated kids and what you can do instead. You’ll learn the brain science behind why your child can’t connect actions to outcomes in meltdown mode, plus practical strategies to shift from

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11:56

348: Why Nervous System Co-Regulation Beats...

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2025/10/20

When a child feels overwhelmed, their autonomic nervous system kicks into a stress response. Logic shuts down, emotional regulation goes offline, and no punishment in the world can teach better behavior in that moment.That’s why we have to calm the brain first. When we do, co-regulation creates emotional resilience, nurtures healthy relationships, and supports lasting nervous system regulation—for our kids and for us.In this episode, I share why nervous system co-regulation beats consequences every

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