Stuart Shanker
Research professor emeritus and founder of the MEHRIT Centre and Self-Reg Global, known for developing the Self-Reg framework and expertise on stress, self-regulation, and child development.
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Dec 31, 2024 • 1h 6min
TPP 421: A Bonus Conversation with Dr. Stuart Shanker about Self-Regulation and Helping Our Children Successfully Engage with Life
Dr. Stuart Shanker, a leading expert in self-regulation, discusses the alarming rise in anxiety among children, particularly neurodivergent ones. He identifies three main causes of this anxiety epidemic, including maladaptive self-regulation and oxytocin deficits. Shanker offers insightful strategies like using soothing voices and weighted blankets for touch-averse kids. He explains how parents can recognize stress signals and the importance of their own self-regulation. Ultimately, he emphasizes that fostering joy for children is paramount over adhering to parental expectations.
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Oct 4, 2022 • 47min
TPP 305: Stuart Shanker on What Self-Regulation Is, Why It Matters, and How to Help Our Children (and Ourselves) Do It Better
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Stuart Shanker, a distinguished research professor and founder of The MEHRIT Centre, dives into the intricacies of self-regulation. He discusses the alarming rise in stress-related issues and how our understanding of stress can help children thrive. Shanker reveals five essential steps for self-regulation, highlights the power of touch in calming stress responses, and distinguishes between stress behavior and misbehavior. His insights provide hope for transforming children’s lives through neuroscience-based strategies.
