Episode 92 - Paul Sunseri - Gentle Parenting Reimagined

In this conversation, Dr. Paul Sunseri discusses the concept of gentle parenting, particularly in relation to children with oppositional behavior. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the emotional lives of children and the need for parents to adapt gentle parenting strategies to effectively manage challenging behaviors. The discussion covers various topics including the impact of screen time, the implementation of family time, the significance of setting boundaries, and the role of effective communication in parenting. Dr. Sunseri provides practical strategies for parents to navigate the complexities of raising children, especially those with mental health challenges. In this conversation, Dr. Paul Sunseri discusses the importance of behavioral interventions in parenting, challenging common misconceptions about gentle parenting and emotional regulation. He emphasizes the need for limit-setting and disengagement during tantrums, advocating for a structured approach to behavior change that fosters positive family dynamics. Dr. Sunseri also highlights the feedback loop created by improved behavior and family relationships, offering hope to families struggling with oppositional behavior.Paul Sunseri, Psy.D., the developer of IFFT, has decades of experience working with children and teens with very serious mental health conditions. He is a child and family psychologist, a published researcher in peer-reviewed journals, and a TEDx speaker. Dr. Sunseri is also the author of Gentle Parenting Reimagined: How to Make It Work With Oppositional and Defiant Kids and Family-Focused Treatment for Child and Adolescent Mental Health: A New Paradigmlinkedin.com/in/paul-sunseri-psy-d-54033b7myIFFT.org NCAFT.org [email protected]