<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Dr. David A Palmer | Rewire the Response]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nervous-system-first coaching for neurodivergent families—transform overwhelm into calm connection with Dr. David A. Palmer’s Rewire the Response]]></description><link>https://www.drdavidapalmer.com/blog2</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:39:56 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[When Food 'Touches': Understanding Sensory Food Aversion in Neurodivergent Kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've stood in your kitchen holding a plate of food that looks exactly the same as it did four seconds ago, wondering how it suddenly became garbage, you're not alone, and your kid isn't being difficult. What you're watching is a real, well-documented pattern called sensory food aversion, and once you understand what's actually happening, dinner gets a lot less exhausting.]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/sensory-food-aversion-kids</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a541a1c52c8895348a01be1</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:03:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_7a97a302d9d143b58002fe7321897362~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are You Building Independence — Or Just Doing It Faster Yourself?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's a question worth sitting with before you read another word: when your neurodivergent kid struggles with something, what's your first instinct — help them through it, or just get it done? Most of us answer "help them through it." Most of us are lying, a little. Not on purpose. Just because "helping through it" and "doing it for them" look identical when you're running four minutes late. I've spent thirty years in general and special education. I've got six kids, all neurodivergent, and...]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/building-independence</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4adad0fa58f0a255d5ab74</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 22:43:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_56b11e888c424dc6b7e5257bca974975~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Neurodivergent Child Defiance: A Parent's Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a phone call every parent of a neurodivergent kid eventually gets. Not "he forgot his lunch." The other one.  "He refused to do his work again."  "He was openly defiant."  "We're considering suspension if this continues." You hang up holding the school's frustration, your child's shame, and your own quiet fear: Is this my fault? I've spent thirty years in general and special education. I have six kids, all of whom are neurodivergent, and I'm neurodivergent myself. I've been on every...]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/neurodivergent-child-defiance-isn-t-disrespect-it-s-a-nervous-system-in-alarm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3abbeee48ba4122ae75b31</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:00:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_c5fa059c7b804038ba4c41149c8780d5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boredom in Neurodivergent Kids: Why 'I'm Bored' Is a Signal, Not an Attitude Problem]]></title><description><![CDATA[What summer boredom really means for neurodivergent kids and teens, and the three moves that actually help. It's 9:47 a.m. on the third day of summer break, and you've already heard "I'm bored" eleven times. You've offered the bike, the library books, the craft bin, the trampoline. Every idea gets shot down before you finish the sentence, and the whine is climbing toward something bigger. So here's the reframe that can change your whole summer: for a neurodivergent kid, boredom isn't a...]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/boredom-in-neurodivergent-kids</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2ae3808d10dcf6288d8326</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:48:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_c8333e8e660048c48eb441cb4eae6504~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Stay Calm Raising Neurodivergent Kids: 9 Simple "Rules" That Actually Work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real-life regulation tools for parents of ADHD and autistic children — the small habits that help before the hard moment hits. When parents ask me how to stay calm raising neurodivergent kids, I want to be honest right away: I do not float through my house like a monk with noise-canceling robes and a nervous system made of warm tea. I am a dad. I am an educator. I am neurodivergent. I have raised complex kids through hard mornings, slammed doors, school refusal, sensory overload, medication...]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/how-to-stay-calm-raising-neurodivergent-kids-9-simple-rules-that-actually-work</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1cea537ab417a19fbf2287</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:20:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9d22be1e895542fea3215714f60b79b9.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trauma-Informed Emotional Regulation: Effective Strategies for Nervous System Regulation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parenting neurodivergent children with big emotions can feel like navigating a stormy sea without a compass. I know the exhaustion, the overwhelm, and the desperate search for something that actually works. Over the years, I’ve learned that the key isn’t just managing behaviors but tuning into the nervous system beneath those emotions. When we understand and support our children’s nervous systems, transformation happens faster than we ever imagined. Let’s explore some practical,...]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/trauma-informed-emotional-regulation-effective-strategies-for-nervous-system-regulation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa74c5b27e981e27c833a6</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:45:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_43177000f4534eff9a852060964db4f6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Sunday Shift: The One Rule That Changes Everything]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let’s cut right to the core. Before we dive into complex strategies or behavioral frameworks, I want to give you the single realization or the one rule that changed everything for me as an Educational Specialist and as a parent: You cannot regulate a child from a dysregulated state. That's it. That is the foundation of everything I teach. If you're reading this after a truly exhausting weekend—if your hands are still shaking from the last meltdown, or if you're currently hiding in the...]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/the-sunday-shift-the-one-rule-that-changes-everything</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f8c1985caf4ed272ba7d55</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:10:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_04cb82decdb74eb6aac08c8f2449c84c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Weeks of Summer. And Now You’re the Reading and Math Coordinator.]]></title><description><![CDATA[And now you’re staring at ten weeks of summer, wondering:
How much reading should my child actually do?
How do I keep their brains from melting into warm pudding without turning my kitchen table into a war zone every day?

Because that’s the real fear, isn’t it?
Not just that, your child might forget some math facts.

The real worry? 

That summer learning just becomes another thing you have to nag about and survive, instead of a chance actually to grow and connect with your kid.]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/10-weeks-of-summer-and-now-you-re-the-reading-and-math-coordinator</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f0f4a8af8570ddb74499d9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:10:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_5d94d10e001e4a648118465ff3014ca5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Empowering Families with Positive Parenting Tips]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parenting a child with big emotions and behaviors can feel like navigating a storm without a compass. I know because I’ve been there. The exhaustion, the overwhelm, the endless search for something that actually works—it’s real. But here’s the good news: there are  ways to transform your family dynamics in weeks, not years. It starts with embracing positive parenting tips that honor your child’s unique nervous system and emotional world. Let’s walk through practical, actionable strategies...]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/empowering-families-with-positive-parenting-tips</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69de79e4b9feb7db43b9f028</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:21:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_12a1eb704860480c9d7d3426fd6429d6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Sunday Shift: Why Everything You've Tried Hasn't Fixed the Explosions (And What Actually Will--Compassionate Co-Regulation)]]></title><description><![CDATA[You've set the boundaries, held the consequences, stayed consistent, adjusted the reward charts, and read the books. You've had the calm conversations after the storm, made the agreements, and rehearsed the expectations. And still — it happens again. The explosion. The shutdown. The moment where everything unravels, and you're left standing in the wreckage, wondering what you missed.]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/compassionate-co-regulation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dbfaf88614fb4128b18e9d</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:16:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_7a3360124698410cabf0fb4fbe47174e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mastering Nervous System Regulation for Emotional Balance: Emotional Regulation Techniques That Work]]></title><description><![CDATA[You’re not alone on this path. With the right tools and mindset, you can transform the emotional landscape of your family. ]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/mastering-nervous-system-regulation-for-emotional-balance-emotional-regulation-techniques-that-work</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d59b6574eeae096e5257dd</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:04:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_af258af813804bbca3c3e080d55e8b63~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power of Adult Regulation: Your Response IS the Intervention This Testing Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[It’s April. The stakes are high, the nerves are fried, and the old compliance tools are officially broken. Here’s what neuroscience says about why adult regulation actually works right now.]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/your-adult-regulation-response-is-the-intervention-this-testing-season</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d461e7838edf8f8dd464c1</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:12:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_d046d9d9ec004e5f8893e5f83a0185aa~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Screen-Zombie Checklist: 9 Subtle Signs Your Teen’s Brain is on Screen Time Life-Support]]></title><description><![CDATA[If your teenager's energy only ignites when the Wi-Fi icon lights up but fades as soon as you mention "dinner" or "chores," you're not imagining it.



This isn't laziness or rebellion—it's often a brain wired for high-stakes digital wins, leaving real life feeling like a grind. ]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/screen-time-zombie-checklist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69082233bb9a5281a8aef78a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 04:01:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_3dd40171957b4946a230a33e96024293~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Sock Seam Away From Losing It]]></title><description><![CDATA[This isn’t about being a perfect, zen parent. It’s about having a practical tool for the messy reality of being a human raising humans. It’s your own personal “rewire” button for those moments when you feel one sock seam away from unraveling.]]></description><link>https://store.drdavidapalmer.com/post/one-sock-seam-away-from-losing-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6900e39dc0ed11aae3ee9999</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:02:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e9ec4d_451fe6e5e087478eba9c8b30dd380030~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_819,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr David A Palmer</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>