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TTS Talking Early Years

Episode 1: The science behind behaviour with Kate Silverton

Nov 28, 2023
Leading broadcaster and child therapist, Kate Silverton, joins Alistair Bryce-Clegg to discuss the science behind behavior in children. They explore the importance of understanding emotional development, coping with stress contagion, and practical strategies for helping children during challenging moments.
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  • Children's behavior is a reflection of their emotional and cognitive development, not naughtiness.
  • Practitioners should prioritize authentic emotional responses and create safe environments to support children's emotional regulation and mental health.

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Understanding Children's Behavior

In this podcast episode, Kate Silverton, a child trauma specialist and former BBC journalist, discusses the science behind children's behavior. She emphasizes the importance of understanding that children's behaviors, such as tantrums, are not naughty but rather expressions of their emotional and cognitive development. Silverton highlights the role of emotional regulation in children's mental health and the significance of supporting children in managing their stress responses. She encourages adults, including parents and practitioners, to approach children's behavior from a scientific perspective and empowers them with practical strategies, such as the "stop, snot, observe, and think" framework, to create safe and supportive environments.

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