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EPISODE · Apr 12, 2026 · 1H 2M

Beyond Behavior: Promoting Safety and connection in Moments of Dysregulation with Dr. Diamond Rashad

from Speechie Side Up · host Venita

In this Behavior Connect podcourse, we interview Dr. Diamond Rashad, a neurodivergent pediatric occupational therapist and disability advocate, about promoting safety and connection during dysregulation. We discuss cultivating connection through child-centered care, caregiver collaboration, routines (e.g., consistent session flow, shoe removal for comfort), curiosity, and appropriately matching energy. Dr. Diamond describes signs of dysregulation (e.g., sudden silliness, repetitive/self-soothing behaviors escalating, hyperactivity, inability to follow instructions, lethargy/shutdown, frequent snack-seeking) and warns that behavioral strategies can trigger fight/flight/fawn/freeze responses and power struggles. Strategies include offering supports before escalation, reducing sensory input during meltdowns, using movement, deep pressure, bubbles/breathing, environmental modifications, and caregiver coaching. We then connect relational approaches to goals using spoon theory, sensory profiles, and avoiding dismissing adult dysregulation.

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In this Behavior Connect podcourse, we interview Dr. Diamond Rashad, a neurodivergent pediatric occupational therapist and disability advocate, about promoting safety and connection during dysregulation. We discuss cultivating connection through child-centered care, caregiver collaboration, routines (e.g., consistent session flow, shoe removal for comfort), curiosity, and appropriately matching energy. Dr. Diamond describes signs of dysregulation (e.g., sudden silliness, repetitive/self-soothing behaviors escalating, hyperactivity, inability to follow instructions, lethargy/shutdown, frequent snack-seeking) and warns that behavioral strategies can trigger fight/flight/fawn/freeze responses and power struggles. Strategies include offering supports before escalation, reducing sensory input during meltdowns, using movement, deep pressure, bubbles/breathing, environmental modifications, and caregiver coaching. We then connect relational approaches to goals using spoon theory, sensory profiles, and avoiding dismissing adult dysregulation.

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