Emotional dysregulation is common in children with ADHD. But simply labeling the behavior doesn’t explain why it’s happening. A child’s ability to regulate emotions can be influenced by brain development, sleep, nutrition, nutrient status, blood sugar, stress, sensory overload, medications, genetics, and other biological and environmental factors. Join James Greenblatt, MD for a parent-friendly look at ADHD, emotional regulation, and the biology that may be contributing to your child’s biggest reactions.
Why Am I So Irritable? What Your Mood May Be Telling You About Your Brain and Biology
October 25th at 7:30 pm ET / 4:30 pm PT
You’re impatient with people you love. Small problems feel enormous. Your tolerance is lower than it used to be. You snap—and then wonder why you reacted so strongly. But irritability isn’t just an attitude. It can be a signal. Sleep disruption, chronic stress, nutritional deficiencies, blood sugar changes, hormones, medications, alcohol and other substances, and underlying mental and physical health conditions can all influence how our brains regulate mood. Join James Greenblatt, MD for a fascinating, consumer-friendly look at the biology of irritability—and why understanding what’s driving a change in mood can be an important first step toward knowing what to do about it.