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Calm Parenting Guide

How to Help an Emotionally Dysregulated Child

Emotional dysregulation happens when children become overwhelmed and lose the ability to manage emotions effectively.

Common Signs

  • Explosive reactions
  • Aggression
  • Shutdowns
  • Intense crying
  • Impulsivity
  • Difficulty calming down

What Helps

  1. Stay calm.
  2. Reduce stimulation.
  3. Validate emotions.
  4. Focus on co-regulation.
  5. Teach skills later.

Children learn regulation through relationships.

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