Learn with Dr. Emily

Parental fear and reactive behavior often stem from concerns about safety or our own emotional overwhelm, making it challenging to respond thoughtfully to our child's emotions. Today, Mr. Chazz, a former Montessori teacher turned multi-faceted educator, shares his insights on recognizing and embracing emotions as a pathway to better emotional regulation for both parents and children. If you're looking to manage emotional triggers, promote self-regulation, and foster a more harmonious parent-child relationship, be sure to tune in! --- Mr. Chazz (instagram has over 650K followers!) is a speaker and podcast host (Learning Curve with Mr. Chazz) who helps adults see, guide, and trust children. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Many of us struggle to advocate for children with disabilities and empower them to navigate their futures with confidence. So how can you prepare children with disabilities for fulfilling lives while emphasizing their choices and abilities? In this episode, Kelley Coleman shares her insights on how inclusive education, self-advocacy, agency, choice, communication, and relationships can transform lives. Tune in for practical real-world strategies to support children with disabilities and promote acceptance and inclusion in society. ---- Kelley Coleman is the author of Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Your Guide to the Essential Systems, Services, and Supports. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Contrary to the medical model of prescribing antibiotics or stitching up a wound, mental health is not simply about "fixing" patients. Therapists can feel pressure from parents or school staff to improve a child’s emotional or behavioral functioning as quickly as possible, but mental health is both a science and an art. It also takes trust and time. In today’s episode, Dr. Matt Zakreski and I talk about how structured approaches and time frames just don’t fit with the flexibility needed when working with neurodivergent kid and teens. Listen in as Dr. Matt and I discuss flexing the structure, timing, and modality of therapy based on a kid’s skill development, what to expect as parents when your child or teen is in therapy, and how we can empower our kids to take ownership of their mental health journey. Tune in to find out why it's not one size fits all! --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Parents, you've got all the tech time questions, and Better Screen Time's Andrea Davis has the answers. What's the latest info on how much time kids are spending on devices? When are kids ready for devices? Specifically for phones? When are they ready for social media? How do you set boundaries around technology? How do you bring up the potential for sexting, nudes, or pornography? Is there value in having a family device? Are there any apps or hardware that helps with parental controls? Is there no hope once your child is down a YouTube rabbit hole? What happens when your child breaks the rules on technology? Wherever you are in your parenting technology journey, this episode is for you! --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

While working in the classroom as a teacher in both special education and general education settings, and in helping her own kids learn to read, Melissa Jackson started to notice that the teaching methods she had been taught in teacher prep courses didn't work equally with neurotypical and neurodivergent learners. So what did she do about it? Today, Melissa and Dr. Emily King discuss the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in traditional educational settings, advocating for a strengths-based approach and emphasizing the importance of collaboration between educators and parents. They also touch on topics like early intervention for children with learning differences, emotional regulation for individuals with ADHD, and task management strategies. Tune in to gain insights on navigating the complexities of neurodivergent identities with acceptance and self-compassion. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

The hilarious and uber-talented Kim and Penn Holderness (YouTube) just released a new book, ADHD is Awesome, and they're on the show to tell us all about it! We explore: Reframing ADHD as a superpower Uncovering strategies like visual cues Using timers Setting boundaries Emotional aspects of ADHD Gender differences in expressing emotions Personalized teaching methods for neurodivergent students (including Penn's vision for a school specifically for ADHD students) --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

PDA most commonly stands for Pathological Demand Avoidance. But Dr. Casey Ehrlich prefers to call it Pervasive Drive for Autonomy or Protective Demand Avoidance. Today, Dr. Ehrlich unpacks why understanding PDA and nervous system responses starts with supporting children's drive for autonomy and equality. She and Dr. Emily also discuss the alarming issue of burnout in children, and the transformative power of play therapy in regulating emotions. If you're looking to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for neurodivergent children, this episode is a must listen. --- Casey Ehrlich, Ph. D. (she/her) is a social scientist, parent coach and educator, and the CEO and founder of At Peace Parents, LLC. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Parenting is challenging. Add neurodivergence and a busy job to the mix, and sometimes (ok, often) you feel like you deserve that glass of wine. But does it make things better or worse? Are you a sober-curious parent? Today, Casey Davidson and Dr. Emily share their personal journeys of transitioning to sobriety, shedding light on the challenges of moderation and the addictive nature of alcohol. There are both physical and emotional benefits of reducing alcohol intake, but societal pressures around alcohol, particularly for women and mothers, can make even being sober-curious a challenge. So what can we do about it? --- Casey Davidson is a sobriety coach for busy women, and the host of the Hello Someday Podcast. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

On today’s podcast, Dr. Lori Desautels joins me to discuss how students experience trauma at school, and how we need to move away from traditional discipline approaches and towards promoting emotional regulation for students and educators. We dive into practical strategies in an effort to promote a positive learning environment for all students. This episode is for teachers wanting to better understand the emotional experience of their neurodivergent students as well as for parents wanting to know what to advocate for when collaborating with their child’s team. --- Dr. Lori Desautels is an Assistant Professor at Butler University and author of several books, including Connections Over Compliance: Rewiring Our Perceptions of Discipline. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Much of the content on this podcast centers around raising neurodivergent kids. But what about when they become young adults? How do we think about higher education options and entering the workforce? Today, North Carolina Business Committee for Education Executive Director Caroline Sullivan joins Dr. Emily to discuss the groundbreaking LiNC-IT program. Launched in 2018, LiNC-IT provides invaluable support for neurodivergent individuals in the workforce, offering job coaches, tailored training, and personalized assistance. Plus, Caroline and Dr. Emily discuss the challenges neurodivergent young adults face in higher education, and they highlight North Carolina's innovative programs that bridge the gap between education and employment for autistic individuals. --- Caroline Sullivan is the executive director of the North Carolina Business Committee for Education (NCBCE), which is a business led education and workforce nonprofit in the office of the Governor. NCBCE focuses on promoting work based learning, providing professional development opportunities and closing the home / work connectivity gap for students. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

How can educators cultivate a classroom environment that's the most conducive to learning? What are the real secrets to a successful and regulated classroom? Today, Emily Daniels discusses the Regulated Classroom framework, which emphasizes practices like co-regulation, connectors, activators, settlers, and affirmations. By understanding behaviors through past experiences and utilizing Polyvagal theory, educators can create a regulated space that supports student well-being and engagement. Emily discusses how leveraging nostalgia, music, movement, and affirmations can create joyful and regulating experiences for all learners, including neurodivergent students. --- Emily Daniels is the author of The Regulated Classroom©, a framework that enables educators to cultivate conditions for felt safety in the classroom. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

For everyone who's a parent of a neurodivergent child, you might be taking care of your aging parents as well. You're in a Sandwich Generation, and it's not easy to navigate setting boundaries, finding support outside your family, and prioritizing your own mental health. Today, Edla Prevette has some advice for navigating the complexities of this family dynamic. As a mental health counselor for over thirty years, Edla Prevette (instagram) has worked with neurodivergent children and their families as a therapist, consultant, and trainer. But currently, she is focusing her attention on the adults who are sandwiched between their kids' needs and the needs of their aging parents. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Today we're sharing an episode from Neurodiverging with Danielle Sullivan. It's a super interesting conversation on PDA, an acronym for Pathological Demand Avoidance or Pervasive Demand for Autonomy. I enjoyed listening to this, and I think you will too! ---- Today host Danielle Sullivan discusses their experience parenting PDA children. Danielle has a child with pathological demand avoidance/ pervasive demand for autonomy and has unique experience as an adult autistic PDA-er themselves. Danielle describes what PDA is, why these behaviors show up in certain autistic folks, and gives some examples of parenting PDA for her child in everyday life. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

The Holidays are here, so 'Tis the Season for hearing about travel anxiety from many parents raising neurodivergent kids. Some can’t fathom going to a restaurant without causing a scene so an extended vacation seems out of reach. Many are surprised when I say, “Your child can totally do this! Maybe not yet, but just like any other skill you have taught your child, traveling takes practice.” In this episode, learn how you can teach your child to travel. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

If you are raising an autistic child or one with ADHD, anxiety, or sensory processing differences, you may have had some moments when you’ve looked at others and thought, “I wish it was easier for my child to just sit down and eat with the family” or “Wow, that child just joined right in with that group of kids like it was nothing!” When your child is achieving milestones on their own timeframe, you quickly learn to surrender to the unknown and embrace the path in front of you. Your child is teaching you many lessons you would have never learned if they had not been your child. You are stronger for it and there is gratitude to be found here. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Today we're sharing an episode I was a guest on recently, Calm the Chaos Parenting with my friend Dayna Abraham. ---- This week, we're diving into a topic that keeps popping up in our community, and it's a two-part issue. Firstly, some parents are puzzled about how to help their kids at school as they come home on Fridays exhausted and frustrated, or they flat out refuse to go to school, claiming it's just too stressful. Even when they do go, they return home stressed and unwilling to do homework. Teachers are noticing these struggles, too. Kids aren't turning in their work, not keeping up, with or without IEPs. It feels like we can't quite meet our kids' needs at school. But there's another side to this coin. Some parents are pushing for their children to catch up, achieve, and be successful in school. That’s something schools want, too - kids to be in class every day so they fit in with their peers. However, what often gets overlooked is whether the kids feel safe at school. I feel like this is such an important conversation, so in this episode, I've brought on an expert who does this all day, every day. Meet Dr. Emily King, a Child Psychologist and former School Psychologist who has two decades of experience working closely with neurodivergent kids and teens. She received her Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is well-versed in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, DIR/Floortime, Conscious Discipline, and Social Thinking methodologies. Dr. Emily is also the founder of Learn with Dr. Emily™ where she shares online resources related to raising and educating neurodivergent youth. She specializes in providing therapy and consultation services for children diagnosed with autism, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and learning difficulties. She is passionate about empowering parents and teachers to take care of themselves so they can become the supportive adults that every neurodivergent child needs in their life. Join us for this interview, where we'll be discussing the hurdles neurodivergent kids face in school, the gap between expectations and support, the impact of anxiety on learning, and the importance of collaboration between parents and teachers. It's a conversation you really don't want to miss out on! Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) Who is Dr. Emily King (02:34) Misconceptions about meeting the needs of neurodivergent children (05:37) The importance of communication between teachers and parents (11:39) The mismatch between child's abilities and school expectations (17:29) Dr. Emily’s takeaway for educators and parents (23:58) The first step towards teamwork in helping kids (26:22) Sources for Dr. Emily's kid and teacher support strategies (28:52) Additional resources: 👉 Visit Dr. Emily’s website 👉 Subscribe to Dr. Emily’s Substack Blog 👉 Check out Dr. Emily’s podcast Learn with Dr. Emily Connect with Dr. Emily: 🔹 Instagram 🔹 Facebook 🔹 Linkedin - - - 📖 Get your copy of Calm The Chaos Book ✨ Hear the Success Stories 🔍 Check out my website 👉 Check out my YouTube channel Connect with me on social media: 🔹 TikTok 🔹 Instagram 🔹 Facebook Calm the Chaos Parenting is a podcast offering parents practical tools and strategies to navigate the challenges of raising strong-willed, highly sensitive, and neurodivergent children. 🎧 Follow us on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode! --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Today we're sharing an episode from an awesome parenting podcast called Motherhood Unstressed with Liz Carlisle. This conversation with author Jenn Granneman on working with highly sensitive people and what superpowers they possess is fantastic, so I know you'll enjoy it. ---- You’re too sensitive. You’re overreacting. Grow a thicker skin. You take everything so personally. We hear these comments all too often. There’s no denying sensitivity is surrounded by stigma. We discourage it in our children, judge it in our peers, and ultimately weaponize it in our relationships with colleagues and family members. While it’s not widely understood by the public, sensitivity is an essential human trait. In fact, nearly 1 in 3 people arehighly sensitive individuals, and without them, we would not have the theory of evolution, the Declaration of Independence, or Netflix. Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo are the force behind the world’s largest online communities for sensitive people and introverts, Sensitive Refuge and Introvert, Dear. And they’re on a mission to break the negative stigma surrounding sensitivity in their forthcoming book, SENSITIVE (on sale 2/28), unveiling the hidden power of highly sensitivepeople (HSPs) in our loud, fast, and too-much world. Weaving together actionable advice, relatable anecdotes, and the latest scientific research, SENSITIVE shows readers how leaning into their sensitivity can unlock a powerful “boost effect” to launch them ahead in life. Presenting the empowering idea that sensitivity gives you access to five distinct gifts, Granneman and Sólo offers the tools and insights you need to embrace this undervalued strength and leverage it across the most important areas of your life. In this episode Jenn is revealing: - A clear picture of what it really means to be sensitive and what strengths sensitive people bring to the world - What makes the sensitive brain different — and how it’s wired to go deep - How the needs of sensitive people differ from those of less sensitive people and people with autism - How to transform one of the misunderstood gifts of sensitive people—empathy into a source of world-changing strength - The common misconceptions about sensitive children—and their secret advantage - The powerful traits of sensitive leaders, who are often the most effective leaders of all Are you highly sensitive? Take Dr. Elaine N. Erickson's Test: https://hsperson.com/test/highly-sensitive-test/ Connect with Jenn: https://introvertdear.com https://highlysensitiverefuge.com Twitter @JennGranneman Instagram @introvertdear Facebook @introvertdearblog Read Sensitive https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593235010/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_4W1R40JWNN6EB1ZN918D?linkCode=ml1&tag=unstressed02-20 Get the book Motherhood Unstressed - Daily Meditations on Motherhood, Self-Care, and the Art of Living a Life You Love available on Amazon and Kindle Subscribe to The Motherhood Unstressed Podcast Instagram @motherhoodunstressed --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Many of you know that Dr. Mona Delahooke suffered a brain aneurysm about two months ago and has been fighting hard in her recovery ever since. Her family shared last week that she has regained consciousness (!) but that there is still a long road to recovery. So please join me in wishing Mona well today as we lift up her work through the magic of podcast sharing while she continues to rest and recover. ---- Educators, it's time to shift our mindset by understanding what polyvagal theory, the importance of brain-body connection, and how we can better support our children. We all know that the fields of psychology and education still haven’t fully integrated the wisdom we’re learning from research and neuroscience, and often rely on methods that seek to alter kids behavior through rewards and consequences. Once we acknowledge that behaviors, though, are meaningful and protective adaptations to a child’s internal experience, we can create a whole new range of compassionate and individually tailored options that surpass just managing behaviors. So today, Dr. Mona Delahooke explains polyvagal theory and the paradigm shift that could be so helpful for parents and educators to make. About Our Guest Dr. Mona Delahooke is a best-selling author and child psychologist who aims to reduce suffering and increase resilience for children and families. Her paradigm-shifting model offers a new way of understanding emotional and behavioral challenges, incorporating the latest neuroscience and resilience research to support relationships. Dr. Delahooke is challenging the education system to update its practices from focusing on behavior to promoting relational safety. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Welcome to another Q&A podcast! Full disclosure, I can't answer complex or detailed questions about dynamics between kids, or teachers and kids, or parents and kids, when I don't know the full story. But what I can answer is general topics that keep coming up with parents, teachers, and kids, whether it's a clinical topic, an educational topic, a child psychology question, or just a general parenting question. Today we have two questions I get all the time: When should you pursue a diagnosis for your child, even if they're not having trouble at school? I'm concerned that my ADHD child doesn't show empathy. What can I do? --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Today I have a special treat for the educators who follow me. A few weeks ago I offered a free webinar for teachers in Pre-K through 8th grade where I talked about what's going on behind the behavior, and how to stay curious and figure out what students are struggling with so we can shift our mindset from thinking these students are giving me a hard time to these students are having a hard time. So on today's episode, I'm releasing the full recording from that webinar. At the end of the webinar, I talk a little more in depth about some of the teacher training that I offer. Today this is just a snippet of that information. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

As parents, we are all are working toward the same goals: Raise a human that is independent and kind. Many of us start with goals like “successful” and ”happy,” but because these are such relative terms, I find it more helpful to define goals within the framework of independence, which is my definition of success anyway. I also don’t think I know any kind people who aren’t also generally happy people so that brings us back to the goals of raising independent and kind humans. But what happens when your child is growing up with skill weaknesses and mood dysregulation that make them struggle with independence and present at times with some very unkind behaviors? I have lived this parenting experience and counseled many families along this anxiety-provoking path. Parents raising neurodivergent teens ask themselves: Is my child ever going to drive? Will they be able to go to college? Will they be able to have a job? Will they be able to keep a job? Will my child be able to live on their own? Will they have friends? Let's see if we can answer these questions. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Welcome to another Q&A podcast! Full disclosure, I can't answer complex or detailed questions about dynamics between kids, or teachers and kids, or parents and kids, when I don't know the full story. But what I can answer is general topics that keep coming up with parents, teachers, and kids, whether it's a clinical topic, an educational topic, a child psychology question, or just a general parenting question. Today we have three questions: How would I advise middle school parents who are having a hard time getting their child started with homework? How can I tell if my child is actually not able to sit at the dinner table or if they're able to control it? How can I get my neurodivergent child to do chores? --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

As a parent or teacher, what should we do when our child is in the middle of a meltdown? Today we welcome Dayna Abraham, a National Board Certified educator, parent of three neurodivergent children, and an ADHD adult herself. Dayna introduces her Calm the Chaos framework, which consists of four key principles: Connection, Understanding, Empowerment, and You (the parent as a calm presence). These principles form the foundation for effective parenting and helping children thrive, especially during difficult moments. Dayna Abraham is the bestselling author of The Superkids Activity Guide to Conquering Every Day, and her new book Calm the Chaos: A Fail-Proof Road Map for Parenting Even the Most Challenging Kids is available now! --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

I’m just going to say it: Homework is a thorn in the side for most parents raising neurodivergent kids. In case you haven’t experience it, let me explain: You wake up in the morning ready to implement your well-crafted morning routine that includes the most efficient way to get your child clothed, fed, packed up, and in the car with the fewest moments of frustration, tears, and conflict with siblings. Because school is hard for your child, making it through the morning routine and into the school building is your child’s first triumph of the day. During that school day, your child is faced with challenging tasks. There will be spoken language to process, pencils to grip, bodies to keep still, transitions to initiate, social interactions to understand, and non-preferred academic work to complete. Your child will be exhausted when they get to you at pick-up. This is understandable. They have just “left it all on the field” of the classroom. They need time to recover, to engage in preferred play, and to rest and reconnect with you. But before they can rest, some days your child will have a therapy appointment to work on emotional regulation, language skills, motor skills, or sensory needs. But, what happens when they get home? There is homework. Your child does not yet work independently so you are now their teacher, except you don’t have a degree in special education. Not only do you not know how to teach your exhausted child, you are also trying to cook dinner, pick up a sibling from dance, and return a work call because you left work early to be home with your child after school. You are exhausted, too. So, why are we giving homework to our most worn-out students? There are many costs, but are there any benefits? --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Are you facing the dilemma of whether homeschooling is the right choice for your neurodivergent child? Are you concerned about the challenges it might bring, such as college admissions or socialization? Today, we sit down with Amy Langston, an autistic self-advocate, to explore her remarkable homeschooling journey. Discover how she and her family tackled the decision to homeschool, overcame obstacles, and reaped the benefits of this unconventional approach to education. Amy shares insights into the world of homeschooling, addressing the very concerns you might have. From tailoring the curriculum to your child's interests to ensuring a smooth transition to college, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how homeschooling can be a viable (and likely rewarding) option. Amy Langston is an autistic self advocate, diagnosed at the age of 10. Her special interest is in world religions and she holds a bachelor's and a master's degree in religious studies. She delivers training sessions to religious organizations and others on autism inclusion. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. This episode of Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence, and recorded in the Earfluence Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

As parents and educators, we know that children often experience a “honeymoon” the first day (or week) of the new school year. It’s a time when many children are blissfully distracted by their new outfit, their new backpack, their new teacher, their new pencil, or their new classmates so they often make it through the first few days or weeks just fine. But at some point, many children begin to settle in, look around and think: “What exactly is going on here? You mean, I come here every day, away from my parents, and learn new, hard things?” It’s at this point that many children begin showing their anxiety because they have just starting feeling their anxiety. It’s also at these moments when parents and teachers begin seeing some resistance to getting out of the car at drop-off, getting into the car to go, getting dressed in the morning, or even getting into bed the night before. So what can we do about it? --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Today we unpack the sense of interoception, responsible for conveying vital information about our body's internal condition. What is its role in recognizing hunger, emotions, discomfort, and more? And, how can interoceptive awareness be derailed or heightened in neurodivergent kids and teens? Teachers, parents, and caregivers - tune in for a better understanding of how neurodivergent children navigate their internal sensations and how to create a nurturing environment where every child's unique experience is celebrated and supported. Kelly Mahler is an Interoception Groupie and Occupational Therapist, and creator of The Interoception Curriculum. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Welcome to my very first Q&A podcast! Full disclosure, I can't answer complex or detailed questions about dynamics between kids, or teachers and kids, or parents and kids, when I don't know the full story. But what I can answer is general topics that keep coming up with parents, teachers, and kids, whether it's a clinical topic, an educational topic, a child psychology question, or just a general parenting question. Today we have three questions: How do I choose a provider to test my child? How can elementary administrators work best with anxious parents whose children seem to be pretty well adjusted at school, but the parents' anxiety and angst are affecting the children? How do we support a teen that doesn't want our help? --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

It's back to school time, which means one of the most important topics I love talking about is so relevant right now - the parent teacher partnership. As you might know, I can get on my soapbox about all of us trying to come together to help all of our kids, but especially our neurodivergent kids who have more conflict, more ideas, and more brainstorming that needs to happen when we are trying to teach and parent a child who is not always aligning with the expectations that are right in front of us. They are on their own path. They're on their own timeframe, and we have to be the ones that adapt to that. So today I'm walking you through how a trusting parent-teacher partnership helps your child. Let's find out what to do to build that relationship. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

As someone who was in school from age 4 through 26, August is my New Year. But August can be a mix of emotions for many. Some want to squeeze out the last drops of summer and some (often many) are out of money and out of ideas, so we all start yearning for that school-week routine. Does your family’s school routine need an upgrade? --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Today, Penny Williams shares her personal journey as a parent of a neurodivergent child, starting with her son's ADHD diagnosis at age six and his subsequent diagnosis of autism spectrum and learning disabilities. The challenges she faced led her to become a passionate advocate for neurodivergent families. Dr. Emily and Penny discuss the importance of understanding the biology-behavior connection when parenting neurodivergent teens, emphasizing the need to prioritize mental and emotional health over academic achievements, providing support and flexibility in a way that best suits each individual's needs. They challenge traditional expectations surrounding high school, college, and social interactions for teens, encouraging parents to embrace the uniqueness of their neurodivergent children and focus on building strong, supportive relationships. In the ever-changing world of parenting your neurodiverse child, this episode offers very real, practical advice from two people who are living that world on a daily basis. About Our Guest A parenting coach for neurodiverse families, Penny Williams is the award-winning author of four books on ADHD, including Boy Without Instructions, host of the Beautifully Complex Podcast, host of the annual Neurodiversity Summits, and co-creator of The Behavior Revolution Program, a parent training program designed to change the narrative on behavior and help parents celebrate and support their kids with ADHD or autism through neuroscience-backed insights, hard-won strategies, compassion, and guidance. Penny empowers parents to help their neurodivergent kids — and families — thrive. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

When a child is first identified as autistic or receives a diagnosis of ADHD, a learning disability, or sensory processing differences, parents can feel both overwhelmed by the information and relieved to have a plan. Yet, sometimes the plan is even overwhelming. As a former school psychologist, I was trained to identify concerns and recommend solutions. The more solutions the better, right? Not always. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Our children are growing up in schools filled with neurodiverse learners. While this gives me hope for normalizing the presence of neurodiversity, inclusive mindsets don’t just appear out of thin air; they evolve when we stay open to learn about our differences. We make this evolution of inclusivity possible when we teach ALL children how they learn best, not just those who need something extra. For some children, they already know they are a visual learner or that they are great at reading. For others, we have to rely on educators and psychologists to help us figure out how our kids learn best. Either way, we need to teach all kids about their brain so they can understand that there is no one best way for everyone to learn. The best way to learn is the way that works best for YOU. Once children understand themselves, they begin to realize that everyone has their own constellation of abilities, and when we work together as a group, classroom, or community, we can accomplish things we cannot do alone. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

In my work with parents of young children, many come to me after noticing some concerns with their child’s developmental milestones. While all children develop at their own pace, some young children experience challenges with emotional regulation, language and motor milestones, and/or sensory processing that leave their parents wondering if an evaluation is needed. Most parents already know that children need an evaluation to receive support services at school or a clinical diagnosis for insurance to cover therapeutic services. But some parents who pay “out-of-pocket” for therapy services or enroll their child in private school wonder: Is a diagnostic evaluation really necessary? --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Parents, we’re in the thick of it. Summer. I don’t know about you, but this summer is already feeling more hectic than any in recent memory. Is this the first full-out summer since the pandemic? Am I just running low on parent stamina? Or is it just that driving my kids to activities feels like an additional part-time job? Whatever the reason, I’m here to commiserate with you. I’m also here to encourage you to do less. Yep, less. Do less and teach your kid what to do with that free time. If you are raising a child with ADHD and have to plan every second of their summer for them, you’re already getting tired of hearing, “but I’m so bored!” And, if you are raising a child who hates playing outside and is happy as a clam inside the house, you might be worried about their vitamin D levels. Summer is about balance. Let’s build some social and independence skills but not wear ourselves out so much that we don’t reap the rewards of rest. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

When I talk to parents and teachers of neurodivergent kids and teens, especially those raising and teaching autistic children, I often hear, “I can’t figure out what motivates her,” or “He only cares about video games” or even, “I can’t get them to care about anything.” Here’s the thing: I’ve never met a kid without interests. As the trusted adults raising and teaching neurodivergent kids, we may have to listen a little harder and look a bit closer, especially if a child’s interest doesn’t fit into society’s norm of “expected.” --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Simply put, children don’t do everything we ask them to do when we ask them to do it. As adults, we often assume this is because they are not understanding what we said so we try communicating the same expectation again by repeating ourselves, sometimes in a louder and more frustrated voice. If that doesn’t work, our own frustration grows, which can stop us from remaining emotionally regulated and problem-solve what to do next. We are never our best selves when stressed. Yet, the way we respond in the moment a child doesn’t do what we have asked them to do can do one of two things: either it creates a safe connection for the child to trust us as we align with them to solve the problem or we trigger a defense response in the child if we inadvertently disregard their need for more support. So, what does this look like in a classroom? --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Teachers, you made it. It’s summer! As you pause to take a breath and recenter yourself, I want you to know that I see all you are doing. You are asked to do so many things with too little time and energy. This week, I’m here to remind you that you CAN find time for yourself, even during a busy school year. The most important thing to know is that a little bit of time will go a long way. As you reflect on this past school year, I’m here to share some new ideas for setting yourself up for resiliency in the fall. A few months ago, I created a FREE video series for elementary educators to learn how to beat burnout during the school year. You’ll only need to set aside about 15 minutes a day to watch the four videos full of actionable ways to radically take care of yourself. Today’s episode is a sneak peek. Let’s get started! --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

If you are an elementary educator, you are already teaching a neurodiverse group of learners. So there are gonna be things that come up that you feel like you don't know how to do, or you need to consult with colleagues. So, I want you to know you don't have to have a special education degree, but there are three things that I do believe are key to your mindset as an educator of neurodiverse learners. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Today we dive into why school is so hard for neurodivergent students, and the messages and feedback that I get from teachers on what they need to make school better for our students. This topic is always on my mind this time of year as we go into testing season, which as we all know, if you're listening to this podcast, you have a child in your life that testing probably does not work for. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Educators, it's time to shift our mindset by understanding what polyvagal theory, the importance of brain-body connection, and how we can better support our children. We all know that the fields of psychology and education still haven’t fully integrated the wisdom we’re learning from research and neuroscience, and often rely on methods that seek to alter kids behavior through rewards and consequences. Once we acknowledge that behaviors, though, are meaningful and protective adaptations to a child’s internal experience, we can create a whole new range of compassionate and individually tailored options that surpass just managing behaviors. So today, Dr. Mona Delahooke explains polyvagal theory and the paradigm shift that could be so helpful for parents and educators to make. About Our Guest Dr. Mona Delahooke is a best-selling author and child psychologist who aims to reduce suffering and increase resilience for children and families. Her paradigm-shifting model offers a new way of understanding emotional and behavioral challenges, incorporating the latest neuroscience and resilience research to support relationships. Dr. Delahooke is challenging the education system to update its practices from focusing on behavior to promoting relational safety. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

I know you all come here to read my thoughts on raising and teaching neurodivergent kids and teens. But, I’m taking a little detour today because this topic is for all parents. I was talking to a good friend the other day. We were exchanging stories about how our kids are starting to ask questions about puberty and I was pretty sure that I had grossed out mine by talking about body hair. My friend admitted that our conversation was causing her to break out into a sweat. She’s not alone. Most parents I talk to shutter at the mention of their child being ready for the “sex talk." Here’s the thing: This talk is not just one conversation and it’s not just about sex. Kids deserve to accurately understand their sexual and reproductive health. No more putting this off; our kids need us. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Social-Emotional Learning is a term that gets thrown around a lot. Schools can see it as something that needs to be taught in a very scripted way. However, therapists often think of Social-Emotional Learning as something we are always practicing as it’s integrated into our everyday experiences. So what exactly is Social-Emotional Learning, and how can we utilize SEL to help our neurodivergent kids manage emotions and regulate their anxiety? About Our Guest Elizabeth Sautter is the author of Make Social and Emotional Learning Stick! Practical Strategies to Manage Emotions, Navigate Social Situations, and Reduce Anxiety. She is a collaborator and trainer with the Zones of Regulation Team and a Co-Author of The Zones Storybook Set Tools to Try Card Decks and Navigating the Zones Game. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

As a child psychologist working with families for over 20 years, here are the top three most common issues that get in the way of kids getting good sleep and my tips for getting back on track. All parents know that sleep is important. No one knows sleep deprivation like a new parent with an infant who wakes every two to three hours to be fed or changed. I recall five hours of sleep being my personal threshold for feeling human in those early days of parenthood. Less than five hours of sleep and I was nearly non-functional. That’s because sleep is the great regulator. Without it, we struggle to maintain our attention, regulate our emotions, and manage our energy. This is why the first thing I ask parents before we dive into figuring why a child might be struggling with something new is this: “How are they sleeping?” Everyone has their own threshold for sleep, kids included. In case you’re wondering, here are the daily sleep amounts for kids and teens recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Many autistic children and teens are even more sensitive to the emotional and sensory impacts of not getting enough sleep. Children and teens with ADHD can struggle to wind down and fall asleep which often impacts family dynamics at bedtime. And, of course, children who are anxious may experience their most intense worries when the lights go out. We've all read about the negative impact of not enough sleep for kids and teens. And, we all know that when children are well-rested, they are better able to remain emotionally regulated when things don't go their way, they are able to access learning by remaining engaged in the classroom, and they are generally happier. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools

Dr. Tina Payne Bryson joins us today to discuss parent-child attachment (it’s more than just rocking your baby), disciplining with empathy, connection, and regulation, and the 4 S's for raising the whole-brain child. Dr. Tina Bryson is a psychotherapist and the Founder/Executive Director of THE CENTER FOR CONNECTION in Pasadena, California. She's a NY Times Bestselling author and has written several books including The Bottom Line for Baby. --- Sign up for Dr. Emily's weekly newsletter at www.learnwithdremily.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit learnwithdremily.substack.com. Learn with Dr. Emily is edited by Earfluence. Helpful Resources Parent Workshops - https://learnwithdremily.substack.com/s/parent-workshops Professional Development - Bring Dr. Emily to Your School - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/schools