THE AUTISM ADHD PODCAST Increasing Emotional Regulation With The Window of Tolerance in Neurodivergent Children & Teens
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Jul 10, 2024 In this insightful conversation, Amanda Diekman, an Autistic author and parent coach known for her expertise in low-demand parenting, shares invaluable strategies for supporting emotional regulation in neurodivergent children and teens. They explore the concept of the 'window of tolerance,' emphasizing its role in managing stress and promoting rational thinking. Amanda advocates for radical acceptance and the importance of creating a safe environment for emotional growth. Listeners gain practical techniques to foster compassion and understanding, enhancing their parenting journey.
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Understanding the Window of Tolerance
- The window of tolerance is the range where we can manage stress and keep our thinking brain functioning.
- Outside this window, the stress response overwhelms adaptive abilities, requiring different regulation approaches.
Narrow Window in Neurodivergence
- Neurodivergent children often have a narrower window of tolerance as a feature of their neurodivergence.
- Demanding regulation from them when outside this window is disabling and unhelpful.
Self-Regulation Before Helping Child
- When your child is dysregulated, first tend to yourself instead of controlling them.
- Use methods like engaging peripheral vision or gentle body touch to calm your own stress response.
