Bonus Video:

From Meltdown to Meaning

Understanding your teen’s stress cycle, with Kirsteen, Occupational Therapist

What you’ll learn in this 10-minute session:

  • Why teens escalate so quickly when overwhelmed.

  • How stress overload impacts communication.

  • What’s happening internally during a meltdown.

  • The three phases of the stress cycle.

  • What actually helps in the moment (and what doesn’t).

Download: Teen Stress Cycle Map (PDF)

You’re not doing anything wrong, your teen’s reactions make sense once you understand the stress cycle.

You’re doing a great job supporting them.