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

Dr. Roseann Capanna Hodge

300 episodes

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. The secret is understanding the brain. Welcome to Dysregulated Kids: Science-Backed Parenting Help, the podcast that is revolutionizing the way we parent.

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Hosted by Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, a licensed therapist, school psychologist and author with over 30 years of experience in children's mental health and recognized by Forbes as a thought leader in children's mental health, this podcast is your lifeline. Dr. Roseann pulls back the curtain on why your child or teen is struggling, whether they have a clinical diagnosis like ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, OCD, Depression, Dyslexia, Executive Functioning challenges, Lyme, or PANS/PANDAS, or are simply navigating the ups and downs of everyday life.Her revolutionary Regulation First Parenting™ approach teaches that calming the nervous system is the first step before you can connect, teach, or help your child learn.

In short, actionable episodes, Dr. Roseann gives you proven tools like the CALMS Protocol™, quick nervous system reset tools and co-regulation strategies to move your child (and yourself!) from stress and reactivity to calm, connection, and resilience. You'll learn what to say and do to de-escalate meltdowns in the moment, how to build your child's emotional regulation skills, and how to improve their executive functioning and attention so they can succeed at home, at school, and in life.

Imagine shifting your entire perspective from seeing "defiance" to understanding "dysregulation." Picture yourself feeling confident and equipped, knowing exactly how to respond in those tough parenting moments. This is the transformation that awaits you. Parents discover how to break free from the reactivity cycle and build a more connected, joyful family—going from helpless and frustrated to empowered and hopeful.

Here's what you can expect from Dysregulated Kids: Real Solutions for Real Problems – Whether you're dealing with ADHD, anxiety, sensory overload, meltdowns, or everyday struggles, Dr. Roseann brings strategies that actually work.

Science-Backed Parenting Tools – Learn how to understand your child's nervous system and apply research-driven calming strategies to create a peaceful, happy home.

Practical Advice You Can Use Today – Each episode delivers focused, actionable content without the fluff—just pure wisdom you can apply to your family right away.

Empowerment and Hope – Dr. Roseann blends expert knowledge with deep empathy for the challenges parents face, helping you feel confident that you can…

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  1. What is Co-regulation and How it Resets a Child's Nervous System | E260

    · 14 min · Episode 260

    RESET TO REGULATE™: What Is Co-Regulation When your child melts down, shuts down, or reacts explosively, it’s not bad parenting—it’s nervous system dysregulation. Understanding what is co-regulation helps parents calm…

  2. What to do When You are an Overwhelmed Parent | Regulation-First Parenting | E259

    · 18 min · Episode 259

    If you're an overwhelmed parent, you're not alone. In this episode, I explore why being an overwhelmed parent has become so common, what chronic stress does to your nervous system, and how parents can regain balance,…

  3. #1 Reason Your Child's Attention, Anxiety and Behavior Isn't Improving | E258

    · 15 min · Episode 258

    Fixing a Dysregulated Nervous System in Children If your child struggles with meltdowns, emotional overwhelm, or attention challenges, you’re not failing. A dysregulated child often behaves out of nervous system…

  4. What Should I Try Before I Medicate My ADHD Child? | Nervous System Regulation | E257

    · 26 min · Episode 257

    One of the biggest decisions parents face after an ADHD diagnosis is whether to medicate your ADHD child. In this episode, we discuss the questions every parent should ask, the alternatives that may be available, and…

  5. PANS/PANDAS, OCD and Flares: How to Break the Cycle | Regulation First Parenting™ | E256

    · 24 min · Episode 256

    PANS/PANDAS OCD Flares: Breaking the Cycle If your child experiences repeated flare-ups, rages, or intrusive thoughts, you’re not failing. PANS/PANDAS OCD flares happen because the nervous system and immune system…

  6. Unlocking The Secrets of Different Forms of Magnesium: Quality, Purity, and Potency With MDLogic Health | Nervous System Regulation | E255

    · 1 h 01 min · Episode 255

    Forms of magnesium can have very different effects on the body and brain. In this episode, we explore the most common forms of magnesium, why quality matters, and how choosing the right forms of magnesium may support…

  7. Silent Sabatoge: Is Your Child's Nervous System Dysregulation Keeping Them Stuck? | E254

    · 14 min · Episode 254

    Nervous System Dysregulation in Children If your child melts down, shuts down, or struggles with simple tasks, it’s not bad parenting, it’s nervous system dysregulation. In this episode, Dr. Roseann explains how a…

  8. 253: PEMF Therapy for Lyme Disease and PANS: Elena's Healing Journey with Elena Zajac

    · 55 min · Episode 253

    PEMF Therapy for Lyme Disease and PANS If your child struggles with anxiety, OCD, or sudden neurological symptoms, you’re not alone. PEMF therapy for Lyme disease and PANS can help regulate the nervous system, reduce…

  9. 252: 7 Long-Term Benefits of a Regulated Nervous System: What Behaviors You Should See

    · 17 min · Episode 252

    Benefits of a Regulated Nervous System in Children If your child struggles with meltdowns, emotional overwhelm, or focus, it’s not bad parenting, it’s a dysregulated child whose nervous system is stressed.…

  10. From Overwhelm to Calm: 12 Days of Behavioral and Emotional Regulation Tools | Nervous System Regulation | E251

    · 20 min · Episode 251

    Overwhelm is often the hidden force driving meltdowns, emotional outbursts, anxiety, and behavior challenges in children. In this episode, I explain how overwhelm affects the nervous system, why these behaviors should…

  11. Micro Steps to Calm Your Child's Dysregulation | Nervous System Strategies | E250

    · 14 min · Episode 250

    Calm Dysregulation: Small Steps to Emotional Regulation If your child melts down, struggles with focus, or seems constantly on edge, you’re not failing. Calm dysregulation is about helping a dysregulated child regain…

  12. 10 Reasons Why Meltdowns Happen: Brain Dysregulation at home | Nervous System Strategies | E249

    · 15 min · Episode 249

    Brain Dysregulation at Home: Understanding After-School Meltdowns If your child melts down after school, it’s not defiance—it’s a dysregulated child whose nervous system has reached capacity. Brain dysregulation at…

  13. Why does My Child only have Meltdowns at Home | Nervous System Strategies | E248

    · 16 min · Episode 248

    Why Does My Child Only Have Meltdowns at Home If your child melts down only at home after school, it’s not bad parenting—it’s a dysregulated child signaling that their nervous system has finally let go of all-day…

  14. Behavioral Problems in Children: Is This Just a Phase | Co-Regulation | E247

    · 15 min · Episode 247

    ADHD and School Challenges: Supporting Learning and Regulation If your child struggles with assignments, focus, or transitions, you’re not failing. ADHD and school challenges are rarely about intelligence or effort.…

  15. Overstimulated vs. Understimulated: Identifying Nervous System Imbalances in Kids | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E246

    · 16 min · Episode 246

    Overstimulated children often show sudden changes in behavior that leave parents confused and concerned. In this episode, I explain what happens when a child becomes overstimulated, how nervous system dysregulation…

  16. 245: How Nervous System Dysregulation Affects Your Child's Behavior and Emotions

    · 15 min · Episode 245

    There is no doubt that parenting in today's world is tough. In fact, 40% of parents feel so overwhelmed that they’ve shut down, and 48% feel like they’re barely holding on. That is why it is more important than ever to…

  17. Calming Techniques for Hyperactivity in Kids | Nervous System Strategies | E244

    · 17 min · Episode 244

    Calming Techniques for Hyperactivity in Children If your child is constantly “on,” running, jumping, or struggling to transition, it’s not misbehavior—it’s a dysregulated child. Calming techniques for hyperactivity…

  18. 243: Reducing Emotional Reactivity with Neurofeedback: A Path to Better Attention and Calm

    · 21 min · Episode 243

    Oftentimes, when children are overwhelmed, their emotional reactivity can manifest in various ways, making it challenging for them to navigate their feelings and behaviors. This heightened state of emotional response…

  19. ADHD and School Challenges | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E242

    · 17 min · Episode 242

    ADHD and School Challenges: Supporting Learning and Regulation If your child struggles with assignments, focus, or transitions, you’re not failing. ADHD and school challenges are rarely about intelligence or effort.…

  20. Diet for ADHD and Autism: Foods that Help and Hinder Symptoms | Nervous System Regulation | E241

    · 17 min · Episode 241

    Diet for ADHD and autism is a topic many parents explore when looking for ways to support focus, behavior, emotional regulation, and overall well-being. In this episode, I discuss how a thoughtful diet for ADHD and…

  21. Rising Autism and ADHD cases: with Beth Lambert | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E240

    · 44 min · Episode 240

    Rising Autism and ADHD Cases: Understanding Total Load and Support If your child is struggling with attention, behavior, or emotional regulation, you’re not alone. Rising autism and ADHD cases are often linked to…

  22. Practical Strategies for Positive Behavior in Children | Regulation First Parenting™ | E239

    · 16 min · Episode 239

    Strategies for Positive Behavior in Kids If your child melts down, refuses tasks, or has explosive reactions, it’s not bad parenting, it’s a dysregulated child. Strategies for positive behavior focus on regulating the…

  23. Impulsive Behavior in Children: How to Help Your Child Gain Control | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E238

    · 18 min · Episode 238

    Impulsive behavior in children can create challenges at home, in school, and in relationships. In this episode, I explain what drives impulsive behavior in children, why impulsivity is often connected to nervous system…

  24. Does Neurofeedback Help ADHD Kids Do Better in School? | Nervous System Strategies | E237

    · 18 min · Episode 237

    Does Neurofeedback Help ADHD in School? If your child struggles with focus, attention, or executive functioning in school, it’s normal to feel frustrated or helpless. Does neurofeedback help ADHD in school? In this…

  25. You Can't Discipline Out ADHD Children! | Nervous System Strategies | E236

    · 14 min · Episode 236

    Discipline for ADHD Children: Regulation-First Strategies If your child struggles with attention, impulse control, or emotional regulation, discipline for ADHD children requires a brain-first approach. Punishment…

  26. PEMF for Anxiety and OCD | Nervous System Strategies | E235

    · 21 min · Episode 235

    PEMF Therapy for Anxiety and OCD in Children If your child struggles with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or OCD, you’re not alone. PEMF therapy for anxiety and OCD is a gentle, non-invasive tool that supports the…

  27. Coming Out of Crisis and Survival: Getting the Right Resources for Your Child with Angela Powell | Regulation-First Parenting | E234

    · 45 min · Episode 234

    Finding the right resources for your child can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already operating in crisis mode. In this episode, we discuss how to identify the best resources for your child, why so many…

  28. Managing Test Anxiety in Children and Teens | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E233

    · 14 min · Episode 233

    Managing Test Anxiety in Children If your child struggles with tests, panic, or worry, you’re not alone. Managing test anxiety starts with understanding that it’s not laziness—it’s a dysregulated child whose nervous…

  29. Helping Worried and Anxious Children Thrive in School: Proven Strategies for Parents | Co-Regulation Parenting | E232

    · 14 min · Episode 232

    Anxious children often struggle with much more than worry. Anxiety can affect school performance, friendships, confidence, emotional regulation, and daily functioning. In this episode, I share practical strategies for…

  30. 5 Best Strategies for Managing ADHD in the Classroom | Regulation First Parenting™ | E231

    · 13 min · Episode 231

    Manage ADHD in the Classroom: Strategies for Focus and Learning If your child struggles in school, it’s not about intelligence or effort. Manage ADHD in the classroom by understanding how a dysregulated nervous system…

  31. How to Advocate for Neurodivergent Students | Regulation First Parenting™ | E230

    · 17 min · Episode 230

    Neurodivergent Students: Supporting Home, School, and Emotional Regulation Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes If your child comes home exhausted, frustrated, or prone to meltdowns, it’s not defiance—it’s a…

  32. What to Do if Your Child is Being Bullied at School | Co-Regulation Parenting | E229

    · 16 min · Episode 229

    What to do if your child is being bullied is a question no parent wants to ask, yet many families face this painful reality. In this episode, I explain what to do if your child is being bullied, why many children never…

  33. Signs Your Child's IEP or 504 Plan Needs Revision with Catherine Whitcher | Regulation-First Parenting | E228

    · 44 min · Episode 228

    IEP or 504 plan decisions can feel overwhelming for parents trying to make sure their child receives the right support at school. In this episode, we discuss how to determine whether your child's IEP or 504 plan is…

  34. How to Handle a Meltdown in Teens and Kids | Regulation First Parenting™ | E227

    · 14 min · Episode 227

    How to Handle a Meltdown in Children If your child erupts over small triggers, it’s not bad parenting—it’s a dysregulated child. How to handle a meltdown starts with understanding that behavior is communication, not…

  35. Dysregulated Kids AMA: Why the Nervous System Reacts and What to do About it | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E226

    · 22 min · Episode 226

    The nervous system plays a central role in your child's emotions, behavior, attention, and ability to cope with stress. In this episode, I explain how the nervous system influences behavior, why dysregulation happens,…

  36. ADHD and Neurodivergence Kryptonite: Hypermobility, Mold and a Dysregulated Nervous System with Dr. Aaron Hartman | E225

    · 54 min · Episode 225

    ADHD and Neurodivergence: Root Causes and Regulation If your child struggles with focus, emotional outbursts, or sensory overwhelm, you’re not failing as a parent. ADHD and neurodivergence are often linked to…

  37. 224: Gifted and Struggling: Executive Functioning in Twice Exceptional (2E) Students

    · 15 min · Episode 224

    Twice Exceptional (2E) Students: Supporting Executive Functioning and Emotional Regulation Being gifted does not automatically mean strong organizational or executive functioning skills. Many Twice Exceptional (2E)…

  38. Dyslexia Treatment: Psychologist's Steps to How to Remediate Dyslexia | Nervous System Regulation | E223

    · 20 min · Episode 223

    Dyslexia treatment can change the trajectory of a child's academic and emotional future when it is identified early and supported appropriately. In this episode, I explain what effective dyslexia treatment looks like,…

  39. How to Identify Dyslexia | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E222

    · 18 min · Episode 222

    How to Identify Dyslexia in Children If your child struggles with reading, spelling, or attention, you’re not failing as a parent. How to identify dyslexia starts with understanding that it’s a neurological,…

  40. Types of Learning Disabilities: Is Really ADHD or Could it be a Learning Disability? | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E221

    · 16 min · Episode 221

    Types of learning disabilities are often misunderstood, and many children go years without receiving the right diagnosis or support. In this episode, I explain the most common types of learning disabilities, how they…

  41. How NVLD Impact Learning and Social Skills | Nervous System Strategies | E220

    · 15 min · Episode 220

    NVLD Learning Disorder: Supporting Social, Academic, and Emotional Skills If your child is bright and articulate but struggles with social cues, math, or teamwork, you’re not failing. NVLD learning disorder often…

  42. Behavior Decoded: Why is There Non-Stop Fighting Between Siblings? | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E219

    · 14 min · Episode 219

    Fighting between siblings is one of the most common challenges parents face. In this episode, I explain why fighting between siblings happens so often, what sibling conflict can reveal about emotional regulation and…

  43. #1 Therapist Technique to Address Picky Eating | Nervous System Regulation | E218

    · 12 min · Episode 218

    Picky eating can turn every meal into a battle and leave parents feeling frustrated, worried, and exhausted. In this episode, I explain the root causes of picky eating, why some children struggle with food more than…

  44. How to Help My Child or Teen Start a Task | Co-Regulation Parenting | E217

    · 16 min · Episode 217

    Start task difficulties are one of the most common executive functioning challenges parents see in children and teens. In this episode, I explain why some kids struggle to start task after task, what executive…

  45. Autism Success Stories: How Meeting My Kid Where He Was At Changed Everything With Hannah | Regulation-First Parenting | E216

    · 51 min · Episode 216

    Autism success stories remind us that progress doesn't come from forcing children to fit expectations. It comes from understanding who they are, meeting their needs, and supporting their strengths. In this episode, I…

  46. 215: Behavior Decoded: Why Teens Avoid Treatment and How to Help

    · 16 min · Episode 215

    It's a heartbreaking situation seeing our children or teens refuse to get the help they need. As parents, we often feel helpless, worried, and anxious as we see our children resist the support that could make a…

  47. 214: Behavior Decoded: Why Won’t My Kid Just Do Their Homework?

    · 11 min · Episode 214

    These days, many children face significant challenges when it comes to doing their homework assignment. It's crucial for parents to delve deeper into these difficulties, as there are often underlying reasons beyond…

  48. Why My Child Refuses to Play | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E212

    · 11 min · Episode 213

    Child Refuses to Play: Understanding Stress and Building Confidence If your child refuses to play sports or participate in group activities, it’s not stubbornness, it’s a dysregulated child signaling stress. Child…

  49. 212: Behavior Decoded: Unseen Reasons of School Avoidance Anxiety

    · 12 min · Episode 212

    School avoidance anxiety often builds over time, leading to a state where children may struggle to articulate their feelings beyond expressing a strong refusal to attend school. As parents, it's important to take a…

  50. The Shocking Reason Behind Your Kid's Screen Time and Anger | Nervous System Strategies | E211

    · 12 min · Episode 211

    Screen Time and Anger in Children If your child melts down when screen time ends, it’s not defiance, it’s a dysregulated child signaling overstimulation. Screen time and anger are closely connected through the nervous…

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