Self-Reg in 60 Seconds: The Biological Domain

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Example stressors in the biological domain

This short video takes you back to where the science of stress truly began: the biological domain. Many people are surprised to learn how deeply biological stress shapes the behaviour, emotions, and energy of children, teens, and even adults. But as you’ll hear in the video, this is exactly where stress usually starts—right in the body.

What makes this video so valuable is the reminder that biological stress is almost always part of the picture, even when it’s not the main driver. Whether you’re trying to understand a child’s meltdowns, a teen’s shutdowns, or your own sudden sense of overwhelm, the body is playing a major role. Watch this video to learn more…

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Self-Reg Framework 101 takes you beneath those moments to uncover what’s really draining energy and driving behaviour. Using the lens of a stress detective, Susan Hopkins (EdD) introduces the five domains of stress — Biological, Emotion, Cognitive, Social, and Prosocial. You’ll learn how stressors multiply and interact, creating cycles that quietly shape behaviour, focus, and relationships — in children, youth, and adults alike.

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