System Restraint Collapse: The Hidden Cause of Your Child’s After-School Meltdowns

Have you ever wondered why your child seems to hold it together all day but falls apart the moment they get home? Today, we explore the concept of system restraint collapse and how understanding this phenomenon can help us better support our children.

I share my personal experience with my freshman daughter, Esme, and a recent surprising event during the holidays where I discovered that even older kids can experience system restraint collapse. Plus, I’ll offer some practical ways to help minimize system restraint collapse with your own children, ensuring you support them in the healthiest way possible.

In This Episode

• What is system restraint collapse?
• Handling after-school meltdowns with calm
• Strategies to stay regulated ourselves
• The role of empathy in parenting
• Avoiding shame during emotional outbursts
• Importance of presence over discussion during tantrums

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