Interview with Sean Inderbitzen & Jessica Doering: Dysregulation and Polyvagal Theory

Sean has lived 32 years with autism spectrum disorder. He consults on autism and working with people with autism. Sean is working on a book (Summer 2024) looking at autism in terms of polyvagal theory.  Jessica loves helping people who help people. Jessica and Lauren have partnered on a new project that provides training and resources for organizations that want to implement trauma-informed care. Check out the Five Ives website to learn more!In this episode, Lauren, Sean, and Jessica discuss: Using polyvagal theory and somatic practices to recognize the signs of a heightened physical and emotional states, connecting those feelings to programmed behaviors, and using this information to inform future responses Recognizing and reacting to heightened states and their causes in children based on their behavior Try-at-home tip: 1. Stop, notice your body2. Take a breath or move your body3. Check back to see if you're back to neutralSean’s recommendations:Uniquely Human PodcastSteven PorgesFor Educators: The Polyvagal Path to Joyful LearningHold onto Your Kids - Dr. Gordon Neufeld & Dr. Gabor MatéWhere to find Sean: LinkedInWhere to find Jessica: Doering Institute WebsiteOther related resources from The Behavior Hub:Blog Post: Achieving Balance: The Polyvagal Theory and Mind-Body PracticesEmotional Brain: The Barking DogPodcast:Breathing Techniques for CalmingExercise and How It Relates to Emotional RegulationLeave Unwanted Behaviors Behind! Teaching Emotional RegulationOur Online Courses: From Wild Emotions to Tamed Feelings: How to Self-RegulateStress, Trauma, and Behaviors, Oh My!Do you have a question? I can answer it in a future episode!Email questions to [email protected] or send via text to 717-693-7744.Subscribe to our mailing list and find out more about the Emotional Brain.Check out our Facebook Group – Raising and Teaching Respectful Children The Behavior Hub websiteThe Behavior Hub blogAre you struggling with behaviors and not sure where to begin? Let me help!Schedule a free discovery call and let me be your Guide.As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.