Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent

309: Raising A Self Driven Child

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The Impact of Parental Stress
  • Ned Johnson discusses the detrimental effects of parental stress, which often leads to over-emotional and overreactive behavior in parents.
  • The connection between parental stress and intensified situations for children is explored, emphasizing the need for recognition.
  • Ned references research findings that highlight the relationship between parental stress and children's behavior in the context of special education.

    • The Role of a Non-Anxious Presence
    • The concept of being a non-anxious presence is defined, and its significance in parenting is explained.
    • Ned emphasizes the importance of remaining calm and composed in challenging situations and how this can positively influence children.
    • The concept of acting as a "stress sponge" is discussed, with real-life examples illustrating its benefits for both parents and children.

      • Strategies for Effective Stress Management
      • Ned Johnson provides practical strategies and activities for parents to manage their stress effectively.
      • Suggestions include spending time with friends, regular exercise, reading, and meditation.
      • The host highlights the importance of finding personalized stress-reduction activities that work for each individual.
      • Expert tips and recommendations are shared for incorporating stress-reduction activities into a busy schedule.

        • The Science Behind It
        • Ned Johnson delves into the neuroscience of stress and its impact on the prefrontal cortex.
        • The connection between being a non-anxious presence and optimal prefrontal cortex function is explained.
        • The influence of a calm and supportive environment on a child's problem-solving abilities is discussed.
          • Valuable resources, such as the books "The Self-Driven Child" and "What Do You Say?" by the co-authors of the episode are mentioned.
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