About this episode

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge discusses how to differentiate between ADHD, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation in children and emphasizes the importance of understanding the nervous system.

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 First Parenting™ helps parents understand emotional dysregulation and support lasting calm by addressing the nervous system first. Parents often ask, "Is it ADHD? Anxiety? Or something else?" If you've been caught in an endless cycle of searching for the "right" diagnosis, this episode offers a powerful mindset shift. Behavior is communication , and what you're seeing on the outside is often your child's overwhelmed nervous system asking for help. Instead of chasing labels, discover more about how becoming a dysregulation detective helps you understand what your child truly needs. Learn simple questions that reduce overwhelm, uncover patterns, and help you respond with calm instead of confusion. Is It ADHD, Anxiety, or Dysregulation? How Can You Tell? Many children with ADHD, anxiety , OCD, autism, or other challenges can look remarkably similar. They may worry excessively, lose focus, shut down, or become emotionally reactive. A diagnosis explains what your child has—but it doesn't always explain what's driving the…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Topics covered

• ADHD
• Anxiety
• Emotional Dysregulation
• Parenting
• Nervous System
• Behavior Communication

Keywords

• ADHD
• Anxiety
• Dysregulation
• Parenting
• Nervous System
• Behavior
• Emotional Regulation

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