Calm Parenting Podcast Child Who Struggles with Physical Aggression, Impulsivity, ADHD, Social Skills, Anxiety? #556
Jan 25, 2026
Practical strategies for managing impulsivity, physical aggression, ADHD and sensory needs in kids of all ages. When testing helps and how to focus on brain needs rather than labels. Tips for teaching impulse control, building social skills, and finding mentors or missions. Advice on reducing anxiety around events and handling family pressure with clear boundaries.
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Practice Impulse Control Actively
- Practice impulse control through small, repeated exercises like leaving a few fries or rewarding early video-game shutdowns.
- Turn impulse control into concrete games so kids learn delayed gratification in real situations.
Meet Sensory Needs With Activity
- Refer sensory kids to occupational therapy and provide heavy, active play like obstacle courses and sports.
- Use gymnastics, rock climbing, martial arts, or digging to meet sensory needs and reduce dysregulation.
Give Ownership Within Boundaries
- Give clear required outcomes but let kids choose how to accomplish them to increase cooperation and control.
- Offer more adult-like responsibilities to bossy kids so they feel ownership instead of dominating peers.