18/06/2026
Comment “EMOTION” for the reasons behind big emotions and emotional grounding trouble when a child has an underdeveloped limbic system.
The Limbic system is part of the lower levels of the brain, where emotional grounding takes place. When the limbic system is underdeveloped and the brain fails to build neural connections that support the limbic system, a child can’t automatically establish emotional grounding on their own.
If the limbic system and the lower levels of the brain are delayed or immature, you may notice the following:
😫Fight or flight response
😫Chronic fears
😫Meltdowns and tantrums
😫Big worries or sadness
😫Trouble self-regulating
Many children have trouble self-regulating and their emotions appear to be a rollercoaster every day. Parents often say their child’s emotions runs the whole household and they never know what may trigger their child.
To find out more about the two emotional regulators and what activities can help the foundational development of the limbic system, comment “EMOTION” and we’ll send you the link.