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November 17, 2025 18 mins

812. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explains how unresolved relational trauma can fuel a parent's reactive anger, and how understanding your own nervous system can help you respond to your child in more connected, calm, and intentional ways.

Sources:

https://cptsdfoundation.org/what-is-complex-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-cptsd/

 

Related Project Parenthood Episodes:

How to Manage Your Anger and Frustration as a Parent 

5 Steps to Becoming a Cycle Breaking Parent 

What is Respectful Parenting?
 

Dr. Coor’s Related Blog: 

Supporting Your Child’s Self-Worth: A Daily Practice of Acceptance

 

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