E397 - Is Your 'Difficult' Child Actually Highly Sensitive? The Hidden Truth Behind Their Intense Emotions l Emotional Dysregulation in Children l E397

Parents often wonder whether their difficult child is actually highly sensitive when big emotions feel constant and overwhelming. These emotions may reflect a sensitive nervous system. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, founder of Regulation First Parenting™, helps families address emotional dysregulation in children.

Parenting a child who reacts intensely can feel exhausting and confusing. When small moments trigger big emotions, it’s easy to wonder what’s really going on. The truth? It’s often not defiance—it’s a nervous system that processes sensory input and emotional cues more deeply.

In this episode, I explain how to reframe w...