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Dysregulated Kids Podcast


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Calm the Nervous System.
Change Behavior.

If your child melts down, won’t listen, or goes from calm to overwhelmed in seconds… you’re not alone.

Every kid gets dysregulated sometimes—but when it keeps happening, it’s a sign the nervous system needs support.

Get simple, clear ways to help your child calm down and feel in control.

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START HERE:

What Does Your Child Needs the Most?

Meltdowns & Big Emotions

→ How to Stop Meltdowns Before They Start

Not Listening & Defiance

→ Why Your Child Isn’t Listening (And What to Do Instead)

ADHD & Focus Struggles

→ Why Dysregulated Kids Can’t Use Executive Function

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Anxiety & Overwhelm

→ Calm Words That Actually Work

Daily Stress & Sudden Blow-Ups

→ The Stress Cup: Why Kids Explode Over Small Things



Check Out the Dysregulated Kids Podcast Series:

How to Stay Calm When Your Child Is Screaming at You | Co-Regulation Parenting | E420

How to Stay Calm When Your Child Is Screaming at You | Co-Regulation Parenting | E420

Learn how to stay calm when your child is screaming, use co regulation effectively, and break cycles of escalation and emotional overwhelm.
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What My Italian Mother Taught Me About Trusting Your Parenting Instincts | Regulation First Parenting® | E419

What My Italian Mother Taught Me About Trusting Your Parenting Instincts | Regulation First Parenting® | E419

Learn why children seem fine at school but melt down at home, how to trust your instincts, and what nervous system signals to watch.
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Is My Child’s Behavior Normal? When to Worry and When to Wait | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E418

Is My Child’s Behavior Normal? When to Worry and When to Wait | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E418

Learn how to recognize when behavior is developmentally normal, when it signals dysregulation, and how to support your child’s nervous system effectively.
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Dysregulated vs. Regulated: What Happens When the Brain Goes Offline | Emotional Dysregulation | E393

Dysregulated vs. Regulated: What Happens When the Brain Goes Offline | Emotional Dysregulation | E393

Learn the difference between regulated and dysregulated behavior, why the thinking brain shuts down under stress, and how calming the nervous system builds resilience.
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How Behavioral and Emotional Dysregulation Quietly Destroys a Child’s Confidence l Emotional Dysregulation in Children l E394

How Behavioral and Emotional Dysregulation Quietly Destroys a Child’s Confidence l Emotional Dysregulation in Children l E394

Discover how chronic dysregulation impacts confidence, learning, and self esteem, and learn how calming the brain helps children rebuild resilience and motivation.
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Why Smart Kids Struggle So Much With School l Emotional Dysregulation in Children l E395

Why Smart Kids Struggle So Much With School l Emotional Dysregulation in Children l E395

Learn why bright kids freeze, avoid homework, or shut down under stress and how calming the nervous system helps learning, confidence, and executive function return.
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Emotional Dysregulation in Kids: The Nervous System Signs You Might Be Misreading l Nervous System Strategies l E396

Emotional Dysregulation in Kids: The Nervous System Signs You Might Be Misreading l Nervous System Strategies l E396

Learn how to spot early signs of emotional dysregulation, understand hidden nervous system signals, and respond in ways that prevent meltdowns and support lasting regulation.
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When Calm Words Don’t Work: What the Nervous System Is Trying to Tell You | Nervous System Strategies l E399

When Calm Words Don’t Work: What the Nervous System Is Trying to Tell You | Nervous System Strategies l E399

Learn why calm words fail during meltdowns, how nervous system overload blocks communication, and what actually helps your child regulate, connect, and respond again.
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Is Your Child Addicted to Video Games? The 4 Warning Signs l Emotional Dysregulation in Children l E401

Is Your Child Addicted to Video Games? The 4 Warning Signs l Emotional Dysregulation in Children l E401

Learn how to tell if your child’s gaming is addiction or dysregulation, the warning signs to watch, and how to support calm transitions and emotional regulation.
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Why Reassurance Backfires and Leads to Worse Behavior (and More Nervous System Dysregulation) | Regulation First Parenting™ l E402

Why Reassurance Backfires and Leads to Worse Behavior (and More Nervous System Dysregulation) | Regulation First Parenting™ l E402

Learn why reassurance backfires in anxious kids, how it fuels repeated questioning, and what to do instead to build real regulation, resilience, and lasting calm.
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The Emotional Side of ADHD and Neurodivergence No One Talks About | Emotional Dysregulation | E406

The Emotional Side of ADHD and Neurodivergence No One Talks About | Emotional Dysregulation | E406

Learn how constant correction affects ADHD and neurodivergent kids, why shutdown and low motivation happen, and how to rebuild confidence through nervous system regulation.
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Why School Quietly Fills Your Child’s Stress Cup (And Most Adults Miss It) | Emotional Dysregulation | E407

Why School Quietly Fills Your Child’s Stress Cup (And Most Adults Miss It) | Emotional Dysregulation | E407

Learn why kids melt down after school, how hidden stress builds all day, and what helps calm a dysregulated nervous system when they get home.
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What If the Gut–Brain Connection Is Driving Emotional Dysregulation? | Nervous System Strategies | E409

What If the Gut–Brain Connection Is Driving Emotional Dysregulation? | Nervous System Strategies | E409

Discover how gut health affects emotional regulation, meltdowns, and stress sensitivity, and learn why calming the nervous system may start with the gut.
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You’ve Tried Everything… So Why Is Your Child Still Struggling? | Regulation-First Parenting | E412

You’ve Tried Everything… So Why Is Your Child Still Struggling? | Regulation-First Parenting | E412

Discover why your child may still be struggling despite your efforts, how nervous system dysregulation drives behavior, and what actually helps create lasting change.
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Why Your Child Melts Down Over Small Things (And What It Means) | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E413

Why Your Child Melts Down Over Small Things (And What It Means) | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E413

Learn why children melt down over small things, how hidden stress fills their nervous system, and what helps prevent emotional overload and explosive reactions.
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5 Phrases to Calm an Angry Child in Under a Minute | Co-Regulation Parenting | E414

5 Phrases to Calm an Angry Child in Under a Minute | Co-Regulation Parenting | E414

Learn five powerful phrases that calm angry children, reduce emotional escalation, and help regulate the nervous system during meltdowns and intense reactions.
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Why Bedtime Is a Battle for ADHD and Anxious Kids | Nervous System Regulation | E415

Why Bedtime Is a Battle for ADHD and Anxious Kids | Nervous System Regulation | E415

Learn why ADHD and anxious kids struggle at bedtime, what drives nighttime resistance, and simple nervous system strategies that help children settle and sleep.
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Stop Yelling and Punishing: What to Do Instead | Regulation First Parenting® | E416

Stop Yelling and Punishing: What to Do Instead | Regulation First Parenting® | E416

Learn why yelling and punishment escalate dysregulation, what happens during survival mode, and how connection and regulation help children respond and learn.
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Nervous System Calming Techniques for Anxious Children: What Helps When Worry Takes Over | Nervous System Strategies | E411

Nervous System Calming Techniques for Anxious Children: What Helps When Worry Takes Over | Nervous System Strategies | E411

Learn why reassurance fails during anxiety, how nervous system calming techniques regulate the body first, and what helps anxious children finally feel safe again.
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Nervous System Regulation in Children: Why Anxious Kids Can’t Just Calm Down | Regulation-First Parenting | E410

Nervous System Regulation in Children: Why Anxious Kids Can’t Just Calm Down | Regulation-First Parenting | E410

Learn why anxious kids panic over small things, how nervous system dysregulation drives meltdowns, and what helps children feel safe, calm, and regulated again.
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The Hidden Signs of PANS/PANDAS Every Parent Misses—And Why It Looks Like ADHD, Anxiety or Even Autism with Dr. Nancy O'Hara | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E408

The Hidden Signs of PANS/PANDAS Every Parent Misses—And Why It Looks Like ADHD, Anxiety or Even Autism with Dr. Nancy O'Hara | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E408

Learn how hidden PANS and PANDAS signs show up as anxiety OCD or sudden behavior changes and how to support your child’s nervous system effectively.
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The Hidden Stressors Filling Your Child’s Stress Cup (That Trigger Meltdowns) | Emotional Dysregulation | E405

The Hidden Stressors Filling Your Child’s Stress Cup (That Trigger Meltdowns) | Emotional Dysregulation | E405

Learn how hidden stressors silently fill your child’s stress cup, why meltdowns seem sudden, and how to calm the nervous system before it overflows.
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Parenting Burnout and Dysregulation: The Co-Dysregulation Cycle No One Talks About | Co-Regulation | E404

Parenting Burnout and Dysregulation: The Co-Dysregulation Cycle No One Talks About | Co-Regulation | E404

Learn why parents lose control during meltdowns, how co dysregulation cycles form, and simple nervous system strategies to stay calm and reconnect with your child.
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The Stress Cup Parents Can’t See: Why Kids Suddenly Melt Down | Emotional Dysregulation | E403

The Stress Cup Parents Can’t See: Why Kids Suddenly Melt Down | Emotional Dysregulation | E403

Learn why kids melt down over small triggers, how stress builds throughout the day, and what helps calm a dysregulated nervous system before it overflows.
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Dysregulated Kids Podcast

Emotional Dysregulation, Anxiety, and
Nervous System Solutions for Kids


If you feel like nothing is working and your child has constant meltdowns, big emotional reactions, or struggles to focus and follow through—you’re not imagining it.

And you’re not alone.

The Dysregulated Kids Podcast helps you understand what’s really driving your child’s behavior—through the lens of the nervous system.

Because behavior isn’t the problem. It’s the signal.

With over 30 years of clinical experience and insights from more than 10,000 brain maps, Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge teaches you how to:

● Support your child’s nervous system in real time
● Use co-regulation to reduce meltdowns and power struggles
● Build self-regulation skills that actually stick
● Improve focus, attention, and emotional control
● Every child gets dysregulated sometimes.

But when it’s frequent, intense, or hard to recover from, your child needs more than behavior strategies—they need nervous system support.

Each episode gives you clear, science-backed tools you can use immediately—so your child can be more regulated, and behavior, focus, and connection can finally improve.

What You’ll Find Inside the Podcast


If you’ve ever thought…“Why does my child go from calm to overwhelmed so fast?”
“Why won’t they listen—even when they know better?”
“Why do small things turn into big reactions?”

You’re in the right place.

Inside the Dysregulated Kids Podcast, we break down what’s really going on beneath the surface—and what actually helps.

You’ll learn how to support your child when they are:

● Melting down, shutting down, or having big emotional reactions
● Struggling to focus, stay organized, or follow through
● Feeling anxious, stuck in worries, or overwhelmed
● Reacting strongly to noise, transitions, or sensory input
● Pushing back, refusing, or getting easily frustrated
● Having a hard time at school—even when they’re smart
● Needing more connection, support, and co-regulation
● Stuck in patterns that feel exhausting for both of you

And most importantly…You’ll learn how to calm the nervous system first, so behavior, focus, and emotional control can finally improve.

Dysregulated Kids Podcast FAQ

How can I help my dysregulated child calm down?
Is this podcast right for my child’s behavior?
Where should I start if I’m new to dysregulation?
Is it normal for kids to be dysregulated sometimes?
How do I know if my child is dysregulated?
Is this podcast only for kids with ADHD or anxiety?
Will I get strategies I can use right away?
What topics do you cover?
How is this different from other parenting podcasts?

About Dr. Roseann

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge is a licensed therapist, certified school psychologist, and parent of neurodivergent kids who has spent over 30 years helping families understand one powerful truth:

Behavior isn’t the problem—it’s a signal from the nervous system.When kids melt down, shut down, or struggle to focus, it’s not because they won’t do better.

It’s because, in that moment, they can’t.Through her work with thousands of families — and insights from more than 10,000 brain maps—Dr. Roseann teaches parents how to calm the brain first so real change can happen.

She is the creator of Regulation First Parenting®, a science-backed approach that helps you:
Stay calm and grounded—even in the hardest moments
Support your child’s nervous system in real time
Reduce meltdowns, anxiety, and power struggles
Build lasting self-regulation, focus, and resilience

Her approach is practical, compassionate, and designed for real life—because parenting a dysregulated kid isn’t about doing more…It’s about doing what actually works.Because kids don’t need to be fixed.

They need nervous systems that feel safe enough to regulate.

Not sure where to start?

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