All children act out for a reason, even if you can’t understand it in the moment. Today Lauren looks at the five needs areas that, when unmet, are the cause of those challenging behaviors. 

Lauren outlines each of the 5 needs, how children present when a need is not met, and makes suggestions on ways to meet that need. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Podcasts: 

• Mindful Mama Podcast
• Podcast — Laura Froyen, PhD

Books:

• Hunt, Gather, Parent
• Achtung Baby
• Bringing up Bebe
• There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather

Lauren answers this week’s listener question during the episode:
As a special education teacher, I am always looking for new information and tools do you have anywhere I can look? 

Try-at-home tip: Eat healthy fats! 

Other related resources from The Behavior Hub: 

Blog Post: 

• 5 Reasons Behaviors Occur
• The First Step to Emotional Regulation — The Behavior Hub
• 4 SUPER Easy Steps to Create a Calm-down Space for Kiddos

Podcast:

• 4 Steps to Teach Emotional Intelligence
• Categorizing Emotions

Our Online Courses:   

From Wild Emotions to Tamed Feelings – How to Self-Regulate (5 Needs Areas)

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