Stopping "The Escalation Trap" & Navigating Meltdowns with Dr. Russell
When a child begins to dysregulate, standard consequences and logical arguments often backfire—leading straight into "The Escalation Trap."
In this episode of The Parent Tap, host sits down with Dr. Russell to deliver practical, system-based solutions for handling intense behavioral standoffs, managing screen boundaries, and supporting neurodiverse kids without sacrificing house order.
Key Discussion Points:
Defining the Escalation Trap: Why raising your tone or pushing logic accelerates a meltdown.
Screen Time Reality Check: Structural differences in how iPads vs. household TVs impact…
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