The Dysregulated Kid: What Every Parent Needs to Know Understanding Emotional Regulation

On this episode of The Hurricane H Show, Hurricane H welcomes back renowned children's mental health expert, therapist, school psychologist, and bestselling author Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge.

We discuss her highly anticipated new book, The Dysregulated Kid, a groundbreaking resource designed to help parents better understand emotional dysregulation and support their children with science-backed, practical solutions.

Drawing on decades of clinical experience and her personal journey as the mother of a neurodivergent child, Dr. Roseann explains why many behavioral, emotional, and attention challenges are actually rooted in nervous system dysregulation.

This conversation goes beyond parenting. We explore how dysregulation affects both children and adults, how stress impacts the brain and body, and what families can do to create calmer, healthier, and more connected relationships.

In this episode we discuss:

✅ What emotional dysregulation really is

✅ How stress affects the nervous system

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✅ Practical strategies for improving emotional regulation

✅ How parents can support children without escalating conflict

✅ Why nervous system regulation is the foundation of mental wellness

✅ Dr. Roseann's new book The Dysregulated Kid

Dr. Roseann reminds us that when we understand regulation, we gain the tools to create lasting change—not only for our children but for ourselves as well.

📖 The Dysregulated Kid launches September 22, 2026 and is available for pre-order.

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