A Special Kind of Chaos

S3 E9 Stacey ~ Finding Hope Through Emotional Dysregulation


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This episode we have Stacey a former teacher, who stepped away from her career, to support her son Nolan through significant behavioral and emotional challenges. Her journey showcases resilience, advocacy, and the transformative power of finding the right educational placement. She shares about

  • Autism and ADHD diagnosis at age 5½
  • Traumatic femur break at age 2½ that may have triggered fight-or-flight responses
  • Severe emotional dysregulation beginning in kindergarten
  • Eloping (running away) behaviors at school
  • Aggressive behaviors toward staff and peers
  • Multiple school suspensions and placement changes
  • Recent trauma disorder diagnosis

After 21/2 years of missed education due to behavioral struggles and multiple failed placements, they finally transferred to an Emotional Disability Classroom. They found a teacher and team who truly understand and love her child. Stacey and Nolan show us that hard work does pay off and to never lose hope.


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