Learning Brain vs. Survival Brain

Key Concept from Module IV :

Survival mode shows itself typically in one of three ways: fight, flight or freeze. You can see on the graphic some of the typical behaviors associated with each. 

It’s important to recognize this and to get in the habit of getting curious about behavior and what is driving it. If we can meet these behaviors with compassion and disarm the fear or “the need to protect survival” they represent, we can help build skills in children that increase their ability to self-regulate and appropriately manage their behavior. For deeper understanding, check out the video