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3/25 Duke CAPS x DNA: Emotional Dysregulation

Tomorrow, we’re partnering with Duke CAPS for an open, skill-building discussion on emotional dysregulation - what it actually is, why it happens, and how to manage it compassionately.


We’ll talk about:

  • The neuroscience of emotional intensity - how ADHD, trauma, and neurodivergence affect the amygdala and prefrontal cortex

  • Why “calm down” advice doesn’t work when your nervous system is overloaded

  • Identifying emotional triggers vs. physiological overstimulation (fatigue, hunger, sensory input)

  • Practical regulation tools: grounding, sensory resets, emotion labeling, and pacing

  • How to communicate needs during emotional shutdowns or overwhelm

  • When to reach out for extra support - and what Duke CAPS offers specifically for neurodivergent and disabled students

 
 

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