Ep 71 Punishment Isn’t The Answer: Rethinking Discipline for Emotional Kids

Website: 🌐 www.andiclark.comJoin Our Mailing List: 📬  https://andiclark.com/mailing-list-signup/ Book a Call: 📞 https://tidycal.com/andi1/bookacallJoin Our FB Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/kidswithbigemotions In This Episode We Will Dive into:Understanding Executive Functioning - The skills that act as the "manager" or "CEO" of how we execute tasks, control emotions, process information. When executive functioning is impaired, it can lead to chaos and struggles for neurodiverse children.Core Executive Functioning Skills - Perception, attention, verbal/nonverbal working memory, and inhibition. Deficits in these areas can manifest in challenging behaviors in children.Rethinking Discipline for Neurodiverse Kids - Traditional punishment and discipline are often ineffective and counterproductive, as behaviors are not due to willfulness but executive functioning challenges. A more compassionate, supportive approach is needed.Real-World Examples and Insights - Anecdotes illustrating the executive functioning challenges faced by neurodiverse children, emphasizing the need to understand the root causes behind behaviors.Strategies and Next Steps - Focus on supporting neurodiverse children by identifying their specific executive functioning deficits and building those skills over time, rather than punishment. Resources available include a Facebook group and 30-minute calls with Andi.