At Oak Bloom OT, we believe one of the most important shifts adults can make is changing how we understand children’s behavior. When a child is throwing objects, leaving the group during circle time, refusing to sit for dinner, or melting down during transitions, they are communicating something important. Behavior is communication. As Dr. Ross Greene reminds us: “Kids do well if they can.”  And as Dr. Becky Kennedy so powerfully says: “Assume a child is a good kid having a h

In this blog post, we’ll cover: What emotional regulation really  is and if your child is struggling with it How occupational therapists support regulation What to do during  big emotional moments Tools that help kids (and adults) calm their bodies How to prevent dysregulation before it starts What Is Emotional Regulation? Emotional regulation is the ability to: Recognize emotions Understand what’s happening in the body Manage emotional responses in a way that’s safe and func

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