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Dec 2024
1h 25m

Strengthening Family Connections through...

CINDY HOVINGTON, PH.D.
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The episode highlights the vital role of self-regulation in parenting, especially in navigating holiday gatherings and family dynamics. Dr. Bruce Perry discusses the importance of understanding brain development and the processes involved in engaging with children emotionally. 

• The significance of regulating oneself before helping children 
• Strategies for approaching holiday gatherings with realistic expectations 
• The role of community support and resources in parenting 
• Understanding brain development through the hierarchy of functions 
• Importance of rupture and repair in parent-child relationships 
• Fostering resilience through connectedness and shared experiences 
• Overcoming the stigma of parenting struggles and being proactive 

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