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Dysregulated Kids Podcast


LISTEN NOW:
Calm the Nervous System.
Change Behavior.
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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?
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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:

The #1 Nutrient Your Child is Missing for Focus and Mood | Regulation First Parenting® | E306

The #1 Nutrient Your Child is Missing for Focus and Mood | Regulation First Parenting® | E306

Magnesium for focus can be a game-changer when your child is moody, wired, or wiped out. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge uses Regulation First Parenting® to tackle emotional dysregulation in children by supporting the brain with key nutrients like magnesium.
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How to Stay Calm When Your Child Pushes Your Buttons (Oppositional ODD Parenting Tips) | E305

How to Stay Calm When Your Child Pushes Your Buttons (Oppositional ODD Parenting Tips) | E305

When oppositional behaviors push every button you have, staying calm can feel impossible. These ODD parenting tips help you move from reactivity to regulation. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, an expert in Regulation First Parenting® and emotional dysregulation in children, shows you how.
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ODD and ADHD: Understanding the Oppositional Defiant Disorder/ADHD Overlap and How to Help | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E304

ODD and ADHD: Understanding the Oppositional Defiant Disorder/ADHD Overlap and How to Help | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E304

Parenting a child with ADHD, oppositional behavior, or emotional outbursts can feel exhausting. If you've ever wondered why consequences don't seem to work, why every request becomes a battle, or why your child seems stuck in a cycle of anger and resistance, understanding the connection between ODD and ADHD can change everything.
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Why We Need to Rethink "Bad Before" as Nervous System Dysregulation | Regulation First Parenting® | E303

Why We Need to Rethink "Bad Before" as Nervous System Dysregulation | Regulation First Parenting® | E303

Seeing your child’s behavior through nervous system dysregulation changes everything. In this episode, Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge shares how Regulation First Parenting® transforms emotional dysregulation in children by calming the brain first.
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what is Executive Dysfunction: Why Your Child Can't Start (or Finish) Anything | Nervous System Strategies | E302

what is Executive Dysfunction: Why Your Child Can't Start (or Finish) Anything | Nervous System Strategies | E302

Discover what executive dysfunction looks like and how to fix executive dysfunction so your child can begin tasks, stay on track, and feel more capable. Guided by Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge’s proven Regulation First Parenting® approach.
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Science-Backed Approach for Kids with ADHD, Anxiety, OCD & More | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E301

Science-Backed Approach for Kids with ADHD, Anxiety, OCD & More | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E301

Struggling with trial-and-error solutions? In this episode, I share how our science-backed approach gets to the root of ADHD, anxiety, and OCD by calming the brain first.
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Developing Emotional Regulation Skills in Children | Nervous System Strategies | E299

Developing Emotional Regulation Skills in Children | Nervous System Strategies | E299

Big feelings can take over your home fast. This episode shares how developing emotional regulation skills through Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge’s Regulation First Parenting® approach helps calm emotional dysregulation in children and create a more connected family.
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How to Increase Self-Control in Children | Nervous System Strategies | E298

How to Increase Self-Control in Children | Nervous System Strategies | E298

Struggling with self control in children? In this episode, I share simple, brain-based strategies to help your child pause, think, and make better choices, grounded in my expertise in Regulation First Parenting® and supporting emotionally dysregulated kids.
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Why Your Child Struggles with Self-Control – The Hidden Causes | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E297

Why Your Child Struggles with Self-Control – The Hidden Causes | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E297

Does your child grab things without asking, interrupt conversations, react impulsively, or have huge emotional reactions over seemingly small problems? Understanding self-control in children can completely change how you respond and how you help them build stronger regulation skills.
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Best Time to Take Magnesium Supplement | Nervous System Strategies | E296

Best Time to Take Magnesium Supplement | Nervous System Strategies | E296

Discover the best time to take magnesium supplement to support your child’s sleep, focus, and calm. In this episode, I share how the right type and timing make all the difference, guiding you with my Regulation First Parenting® approach to help regulate their brain and restore balance.
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The Connection Between Gut Health, Behavior, and Picky Eating | Nervous System Regulation | E295

The Connection Between Gut Health, Behavior, and Picky Eating | Nervous System Regulation | E295

Did you know that approximately 90% of serotonin—an important neurotransmitter involved in mood, attention, and emotional regulation—is produced in the gut? Understanding the connection between gut health and behavior can completely change the way parents view emotional regulation, anxiety, attention struggles, and challenging behaviors.
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3 Surprising Causes of ADHD Symptoms Most Parents Miss | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E294

3 Surprising Causes of ADHD Symptoms Most Parents Miss | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E294

Before medicating, pause and question the label. Learn the overlooked causes of ADHD symptoms and why calming the brain first leads to better choices, through Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge’s Regulation First Parenting® method.
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The #1 Reason Your Child Has Anger Episodes – And How to Fix It | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E293

The #1 Reason Your Child Has Anger Episodes – And How to Fix It | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E293

Does your child go from calm to furious in seconds? Do child anger episodes seem to appear out of nowhere, leaving everyone exhausted and confused? Understanding the real reason behind your child's anger episodes can completely change how you respond—and help you create lasting change.
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5 Ways to Make Mornings Easier for a Child Who Hates School | Nervous System Strategies | E292

5 Ways to Make Mornings Easier for a Child Who Hates School | Nervous System Strategies | E292

Mornings with a child who hates school can feel like an emotional obstacle course. This episode shares how to make mornings easier for a child who hates school using Regulation First Parenting® with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, helping families calm the brain and reduce daily stress.
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Food to Avoid for ADHD: The Worst Offenders for Focus and Behavior | Nervous System Strategies | E291

Food to Avoid for ADHD: The Worst Offenders for Focus and Behavior | Nervous System Strategies | E291

Wondering which food to avoid for ADHD and why it matters? Learn how small nutrition changes calm the brain and improve focus, guided by Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge’s Regulation First Parenting® method for emotional dysregulation.
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How to Handle a Child with Anger Issues in 3 Simple Steps (Without Yelling or Losing Your Stuff!) | Co-Regulation Parenting | E290

How to Handle a Child with Anger Issues in 3 Simple Steps (Without Yelling or Losing Your Stuff!) | Co-Regulation Parenting | E290

Parenting a child with anger issues can be exhausting. One minute everything seems fine, and the next you're dealing with yelling, screaming, aggression, or a full-blown meltdown. Learn three simple steps that help reduce power struggles and build emotional regulation skills.
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How to Deal with OCD Without Medication | Regulation First Parenting® | E289

How to Deal with OCD Without Medication | Regulation First Parenting® | E289

Struggling with how to deal with OCD without medication? In this episode, I share how calming the nervous system can quiet intrusive thoughts and create real change. As a Regulation First Parenting® expert, I guide you through science-backed steps to support your child’s dysregulated brain.
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Self-Regulation Strategies for Students | Regulation First Parenting® | E288

Self-Regulation Strategies for Students | Regulation First Parenting® | E288

Self-regulation strategies for students help calm emotional dysregulation in children, enabling them to learn, focus, and thrive. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge uses Regulation First Parenting® to stabilize the nervous system and transform school behavior.
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How Not to Be a Fear-Based Parent (Ditch the Scare Tactics and Raise a Resilient, Motivated Kid) | Regulation-First Parenting | E287

How Not to Be a Fear-Based Parent (Ditch the Scare Tactics and Raise a Resilient, Motivated Kid) | Regulation-First Parenting | E287

Most parents don't set out to use fear-based parenting. Yet many of us grew up hearing messages that used threats, guilt, or shame to motivate behavior. The good news is that there is a better way to raise resilient, confident, emotionally regulated kids.
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Emotional Regulation Techniques for Parents | Regulation First Parenting® | E286

Emotional Regulation Techniques for Parents | Regulation First Parenting® | E286

Discover why kids today struggle with stress, what's missing in their coping skills, and practical approaches to build resilience, confidence, and emotional strength.
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Improve Sleep Quality using these Sleep Strategies for Kids | Regulation First Parenting® | E285

Improve Sleep Quality using these Sleep Strategies for Kids | Regulation First Parenting® | E285

Explore practical strategies to improve sleep quality for children, boosting emotional control, reducing anxiety, enhancing focus, and supporting overall physical and mental well-being daily.
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Breaking the Screen Time Struggle | Nervous System Strategies | E284

Breaking the Screen Time Struggle | Nervous System Strategies | E284

Struggling to help your child break from screen time without meltdowns? Learn why transitions are so hard and how Regulation First Parenting® can help. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, an expert in emotional dysregulation in children, shares brain-based tools for calmer routines.
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How do you Help a Child With Transition Meltdowns | Nervous System Strategies | E283

How do you Help a Child With Transition Meltdowns | Nervous System Strategies | E283

Transition meltdowns can turn simple routines, turning off the iPad, leaving the house, starting homework into full-family shutdowns. In this episode, Dr. Roseann breaks down why transitions are so hard for dysregulated kids & how clear, brain-based structure can make daily life calmer for everyone.
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Pediatric Chiropractic Care for Autism, ADHD, SPD & Birth Trauma | Nervous System Regulation | E282

Pediatric Chiropractic Care for Autism, ADHD, SPD & Birth Trauma | Nervous System Regulation | E282

Parents are constantly searching for safe, effective ways to help their children thrive—especially when traditional approaches don't fully address the challenges they're facing. Whether it's ADHD, autism, sensory processing difficulties, emotional dysregulation, or developmental delays, many families are looking for answers that go beyond symptom management.
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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?
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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.
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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?

Take the Solution Matcher Quiz and discover what your child’s nervous system actually needs. Finally understand what your child needs—and what to do next.

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