The Better Behavior Show with Dr. Nicole Beurkens
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Latest Episodes
Episode 129: Q&A How To Manage Behavior Challenges In Children With ADHD
This weeks question is from Audrey, “My son is six and has been diagnosed with ADHD. We struggle with managing his impulsive and disrespectful behavior sometimes at home. His pediatrician says we should use more rewards and punishments and...
Episode 128: 1000 Hours Outside - How Time In Nature Sets Kids Up for Lifelong Success
My guest this week is Ginny Yurich, a Michigan mom of 5 who committed several years ago to having her kids spend 1000 hours a year outdoors. She is the founder of . She is a thought-leader in the world of nature-based play and its benefits for...
Episode 127: My Child Has Severe Anxiety, Are There Effective Alternatives To Anxiety Medication?
This weeks question is from Rebecca, “ My 9-year-old daughter has always been what I would describe as a worried or more anxious child. But in the past year, with COVID, it has really ramped up. She has developed fears around doing things that...
Episode 126: Breaking the Cycle of How We Think About and Respond to Child Behavior
My guest this week is Mr. Chazz. His mission in life is to enjoy the process of becoming the best version of himself and help others do the same. He helps adults see, guide, and trust children. Mr. Chazz is an Educational Specialist who, “teaches...
Episode 125: My 7 Yr. Old Is Constantly Being Sent Home From School For His Behavior. What Can We Do?
This weeks question is from Gina and Matt, “Our 7-year-old son doesn't have a diagnosed condition but has always struggled with his attention and focus, is very active, and sometimes has trouble managing his behaviors. He struggles with his behavior...
Episode 124: How the world we live in is rewiring our brain
My guest this week is Dr. Austin Perlmutter, a board-certified internal medicine physician and New York Times bestselling author. He received his medical degree from the University of Miami and completed his internal medicine residency at Oregon...
Episode 123: Is Spanking An Effective Or Beneficial Form Of Discipline?
This weeks question is from Katy, “I’m wondering about your opinion on spanking a child who seems to be intentionally misbehaving and doesn't seem phased by anything else we do to stop inappropriate behavior. Spanking or a threat of spanking seems...
Episode 122: The Serious Problems with "Behavior Management" Approaches
My guest this week is Greg Santucci, he is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and the Founding Director of Power Play Pediatric Therapy in New Jersey. He has been an OT for over 20 years, and currently is a Supervisor of Occupational Therapy at...
Episode 121: Q&A - My 14-Yr-Old Resists Going Outside Because She's Afraid Of Sweat And Insects
This weeks question is from Elisa, “My 14-year-old daughter doesn't like to go outside. She prefers being home and gets very uncomfortable in the spring and summer because she might sweat or because there are insects and bugs outside. She...
Episode 120: Parenting Neurodiverse or Differently Wired Children
My guest this week is Debbie Reber, a New York Times best-selling author, podcast host, and speaker who moved her career in a more personal direction in 2016 when she founded , a top resource for parents like her who are raising differently wired...