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

by 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. The secret is understanding the brain. Welcome to Dysregulated Kids: Science-Backed Parenting Help, the podcast that is revolutionizing the way we parent. 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 make positive change. This podcast is for parents of the "reactive" kid or the child who feels more, reacts to little things more, and just needs more from you. It's for parents of neurodivergent children or kids struggling with mental health challenges. Really this show is for all parents dealing with typical stressors who want to raise emotionally intelligent, resilient kids in a world that is more demanding and chaotic than ever. If you've seen Dr. Roseann on TV, you know she doesn't shy away from real talk about real problems. She brings that same authenticity and expertise to every episode, combining hope with science to help you calm the brain and create a happier family. Are you ready to stop just surviving and start thriving? Subscribe now and start your journey toward a calmer brain and a happier family today. For more resources, show notes, and to connect with Dr. Roseann, visit drroseann.com.

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Latest episodes

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Why I Wrote The Dysregulated Kid—And Who It's Really For | Regulation First Parenting® | E441

When you’ve tried everything to help your child regulate, you may wonder what you’re missing. The real reason why I wrote The Dysregulated Kid and who it’s really for rev

Sep 9
18 min

Before You Call It Defiance, Ask These 5 Questions | Regulation First Parenting® | E440

Before calling your child defiant, pause and look deeper. These 5 questions to ask before you call it defiance can reveal whether behavior is driven by dysregulation. Dr.

Sep 7
12 min

When Teachers and Family Misread Your Child's Behavior | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E439

When teachers and family misread your child's behavior, parents may question their instincts when others don’t see the struggle. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge helps parents u

Sep 2
10 min

Why Behavior Is the Signal, Not the Problem | Regulation First Parenting® | E438

When your child’s behavior feels overwhelming, it may be communicating more than defiance. The reason why behavior is the signal, not the problem, explains what’s beneath

Aug 31
11 min

Is Something in Your Home Quietly Affecting Your Family's Nervous System? | Nervous System Regulation | E437

Is Something in Your Home Quietly Affecting Your Family's Nervous System? Hidden everyday habits may be adding stress to your child's brain without you realizing it. Dr.

Aug 26
36 min

ADHD, Anxiety, or Dysregulation? What's Really Going On? | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E436

Wondering if your child's struggles are ADHD, Anxiety, or Dysregulation? The answer may be deeper than a diagnosis. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge explains how Regulation Firs

Aug 24
12 min

My Mother Was the Italian Beth Dutton: Why Dysregulated Kids Need Calm Authority | Regulation First Parenting® | E435

If you've ever wondered why dysregulated kids need calm authority, the answer starts with the parent who leads instead of reacts. In this episode, Dr. Roseann shares a po

Aug 19
15 min

The 10-Minute Reset for Meltdowns, Stress, and Big Reactions | Nervous System Regulation | E434

When life feels overwhelming, a 10-Minute Reset for Meltdowns, Stress, and Big Reactions can help calm your nervous system and transform how you respond to your child. Dr

Aug 17
18 min

Why Moms Feel More Anxious, Overwhelmed, and Reactive After 40 with Dr. Mariza | Nervous System Regulation | E433

If you've wondered why moms feel more anxious, overwhelmed, and reactive after 40, you're not alone. Hormonal changes can affect your brain, stress response, and parentin

Aug 12
52 min

How Can I Be Less Emotionally Reactive? The One Simple Tool You Are Missing | Nervous System Regulation | E432

If you've been wondering, how can I be less emotionally reactive?, the answer starts with understanding what your child's behavior is really communicating. Dr. Roseann Ca

Aug 10
21 min

Why Does Nothing I Try Actually Work? And What To Do Instead | Regulation First Parenting® | E431

If you've been wondering why does nothing I try actually work and what to do instead, you're not alone. Learn why calming the nervous system—not trying harder—is the key

Aug 5
26 min

Why Does My Child Melt Down Over Everything? | Regulation First Parenting® | E430

If you've been asking yourself, why does my child melt down over everything, you're not alone. Learn why emotional outbursts are often signs of nervous system overload—no

Aug 3
29 min

Your Child Isn’t Giving You a Hard Time—They’re Having a Hard Time | Emotional Dysregulation in Children | E429

When you realize your child isn’t giving you a hard time—they’re having a hard time, everything about your response begins to change. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, creator o

Jul 29
8 min

Regulate. Connect. Correct.™: The Parenting Order That Works | Regulation First Parenting® | E428

Parents often correct behavior before calming the brain—and that's why it backfires. Discover the parenting order that works and learn how small changes in timing can red

Jul 27
13 min

Why You Lose It Faster When You’re Already Overloaded | Nervous System Regulation | E427

If you've ever wondered why you lose it faster when you're already overloaded, the answer may lie in your nervous system—not your parenting. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, fo

Jul 22
12 min

What My Italian Mother Taught Me About Parenting Without Perfection | Co-Regulation Parenting | E426

If you've ever felt the pressure to be the perfect parent, what my Italian mother taught me about parenting without perfection will remind you that love, connection, and

Jul 20
12 min

Why Little Triggers Lead to Big Reactions in Your Child | Nervous System Regulation | E425

Wondering why little triggers lead to big reactions in your child? Those explosive moments often signal an overwhelmed nervous system, not defiance. Join Dr. Roseann Capa

Jul 15
15 min

The 3-Second Pause That Stops You From Escalating | Co-Regulation Parenting | E424

The 3-second pause that stops you from escalating helps parents pause, regulate, and respond instead of react. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge is a pediatric mental health expe

Jul 13
13 min

Why Consequences Aren’t Working for Your Dysregulated Child | Regulation First Parenting® | E423

If you’re stuck wondering why consequences aren’t working for your dysregulated child, you’re not alone. Learn what’s really driving behavior and how to create change. Wi

Jul 8
16 min

The Real Reason Power Struggles Keep Happening | Nervous System Regulation | E422

If you feel stuck in the same daily battles with your child, this episode breaks down the real reason power struggles keep happening—it’s not defiance, it’s dysregulation

Jul 6
18 min

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Where Dysregulated Kids: Science-Backed Parenting Help for Behavior, Anxiety, ADHD and More ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 9, 2026).

#73 ▲ 14 Kids & Family US
#23 ▼ 4 Parenting US

What listeners say

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I’m a case manager working with parents and kids and just forwarded this to one of my families! It’s short enough for busy people and loaded with practical tools with immediate application.

Deepbreaths4u · Jun 2026

If you are looking for a podcast to help navigate the world of parenting for behavior and anxiety this is the one!

Agprod95 · Jan 2026

Dr. Roseanne is top of her game and shares brilliant insights that will give comfort to parents of kids, whether dysregulated or more neuro-typical. Definitely worth the listen!

gfiremark · Jan 2026

Dr Roseann is very knowledgeable, clearly an expert in her field. As an educator, the things she shares build my knowledge about how to better support students in the classroom. I love the practical guidance she gives.

SharleneLee · Jan 2026

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