Behaviour as Survival: Rethinking Self-Destruction in Neurodivergent Teens (ft. Katie K. May)

In this episode of TELOS, host Aeris Wren engages with therapist Katie K. May to explore the complexities of self-destructive behaviours in teens, particularly those who are neurodivergent. They discuss the importance of understanding these behaviours as forms of communication and survival, the role of dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) in helping teens regulate their emotions, and the critical need for parents to provide support without judgment.

neurodiversity, self-destructive behaviors, DBT, emotional regulation, parenting teens, mental health, therapy, emotional support, communication strategies, teen crisis