Ep. 18. Understanding Child Behavior Through Brain Science
Rewire the Response: Understanding Child Behavior Through Brain Science In this episode, Dr. David dives into the neuroscience of children's behavior, explaining why traditional punishment-based approaches often fail, especially when kids are in survival mode. Learn how to better support children by understanding their brain states and adjusting your response accordingly. Key Topics: Challenging the conventional model of behavior as a choice and punishment as a solution The three parts of the brain: thinking, emotional, and survival (bottom-up model) How stress and threat levels influence a child's ability to regulate behavior The importance of regulation and connection before correction Practical steps for parents, teachers, and caregivers: assess brain state before responding The sequence: regulate, connect, then correct for lasting behavior change Upcoming workshop on survival mode and brain-based strategies Resources & Links: Dr. David A. Palmer - Follow on social media This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rewiredcollective.substack.com/subscribe
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