Behavioral Issues Episodes

In this podcast episode, DJ interviews Tania Lopez from Full Circle Parenting, where she shares her approach to addressing common parenting challenges like tantrums and defiance. Listen in as Tania shares the importance of navigating these challenges with a positive attitude and discusses incorporating playful and intentional methods to teach children about service and kindness. And stay tuned to hear practical ideas for infusing service attitudes into family life, including involving children i...

In this episode, DJ invited music teacher and podcast host Bryson Tarbet to the show to share the science backed wonders of music education. By the end of this interview, you will understand why music is a physical thing that physically changes us… whether you’re 2 or 92! So stay tuned! DJ and Bryson are discussing everything from musical mental health perks and conquering restless energy with rhythms and harmonies to why we learn and retain more when it's connected to music. Bryson Tarbet is a...

In this episode DJ and special guest, Dr. Piper Gibson dive into the topic of tic disorders. If you're a parent looking to decode your child’s mysterious fidgeting and squiggling, this episode is your front row ticket to unraveling the truth. Stay tuned to hear how food and diet play a starring role in many tic disorders, how to properly advocate for your child medically and educationally and the questions you need to ask when talking with doctors or specialists about your child’s twitches and t...

In this podcast episode, DJ and Dr. Kate Lund are discussing the topic that many of us dread… what to do when our child is the bully. But fear not! Dr. Kate is sharing her insights and expertise on how to address this delicate situation with sensitivity. Stay tuned as they delve into the topic of resilience, and how to help our kids stand up for themselves and to hear her explain how with the right tools and guidance, we can all negotiate this tricky terrain with a bit of laughter and a whole lo...

Experts approximate that 5% of the population have narcissistic personality disorder (NPS)... this is just one of 10 classified personality disorders. Our special guest, Angela Myer, understands the underlying causes of narcissism and has helped many work through it. Tune in to hear how you can make life more manageable living with someone who has NPS and what we can do as parents to help our children learn how to cope and navigate a life that includes a person with the disorder. Angela Myer is...

In this episode DJ and her guest, cognitive psychologist and brain training researcher Dr. Amy Moore, discuss things parents and teachers can do to help a child with ADHD and OCD. Listen in as they talk about differences in the brains of neurodiverse kids, the signs to look for and the variety of approaches from medication, nutrition and the importance of sleep to cognitive physical activity or brain training to help prevent inappropriate attention skills, impulsivity, and emotional dysregulatio...

In this episode, Bailey Olsen is back to talk about what to do when the kids have lost their minds from being overstimulated and the tantrums or outbursts that ensue. Listen in as she and DJ discuss your own behavior while the meltdown is happening, how to handle your child’s big emotions during the occurrence, how to prepare for the next incident and a few things you can do after the fact to turn the situation into a learning moment for your little one. Bailey is a second and third grade eleme...

Does your child have difficulty focusing or paying attention? Are they hyperactive? And do you wonder if they may have ADHD? Today, we are talking to Dr. Walt Karniski, an ADHD expert and author for some answers. Listen in as he explains where ADHD comes from and helps us understand that the diagnosis doesn't mean that your kid is doomed. If you've ever wondered whether you or your child has ADHD, this episode will address some of those common questions. Walt Karniski is a Developmental Pediatr...

Do you have a child with BIG emotions and BIG dramatic responses… One who becomes outwardly upset or uncontrollable when things aren’t going their way? Or do you have a child who is ultra sensitive to criticism and disappointing people, still feeling things strongly but turning their emotions inward? Stay tuned for this episode! DJ speaks with Clinical Psychologist and Parenting Specialist, Rachel Bailey about how to support a child who is anxious, what you can do when they're melting down and m...

In this episode, DJ speaks with Elizabeth Andreyeveskiy, fellow podcaster and mom of 4 who has made it her mission to help stressed moms manage their emotions so they can stop being snappy and respond with patience and calm. Listen in as they discuss strategies to avoid your own emotional outbursts and how to purposefully manage your own emotions when interacting with your children so you stay calm and grounded. Elizabeth Andreyeveskiy is a Mom of 3 boys and 1 girl who has been married for 13 y...

In this episode, DJ talked with Bailey Olsen about the difference between punishment and discipline… a teaching opportunity for you, the parent, to teach your children about controlling their own actions. Tune in to hear DJ & Bailey offer experienced advice and tools you can use to set parental goals to methodically practice controlling your own actions when disciplining so you can be the best version of you for your children… and how to give yourself some grace when you feel like you’re falling...

Don’t miss this episode! DJ talks with Maayan Malka, a product designer and developer, son and father, about how his own journey to develop a better relationship with his father led to his creation of a conflict resolution app for children called Felt by The Catbears that is designed to give kids the right tools to express what they feel and what they need. Have you had experience using the Felt by The Catbears app? Please share your experience with us and tag us on Facebook or Instagram @littl...

It is so hard to see your children arguing, picking on one another and even fighting. You want them to love one another and to be friends. Perhaps that happens some of the time or most of the time, but then there are those times when the discord becomes so frustrating and disheartening. Sometimes there is one child that seems more angry than the others. You begin to question your ability as a parent. The truth is most discord in the family come from common roots. In this episode you will learn ...

We have all had those days and nights where it seems our child never stops crying or screaming. You are exhausted, stressed and feeling like if you were a better parent you would be able to make them stop. You feel insecure, ineffective, worried, and maybe a little depressed or even angry. Angry at yourself and even though you hate to admit it, angry at your child. Why can't they calm down. It seems like your child is angry at you or just taking out their frustrations on you. If they were happy,...