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When the brain senses danger, it automatically moves the body and mind into an instinctual response—fight, flight, or freeze. Your heart begins to race, muscles tense, hands shake, and logical thinking is replaced by powerful emotions. You’re now in what is known as “The Flood Zone.”

When kids enter The Flood Zone, their behaviors shift dramatically. They may start yelling, biting, or running away; they might withdraw emotionally, lose focus, or even become dishonest and blame others. While in this flooded state, children simply aren’t capable of rational thought, regulation, or cooperation. Even children and adults who are normally emotionally resilient and skilled at coping can lose control of their feelings when they’re in The Flood Zone.

In Flooded, celebrated counselor and bestselling author Allison Edwards provides valuable insights so parents, teachers, and professionals can recognize when children have entered The Flood Zone. She clearly explains how adults can help guide young people (and themselves) to regain emotional balance and regain control.

Inside this insightful guide, you will find:

– Clear explanations of how the brain and emotions work together
– Helpful insight about the impact of trauma on emotional well-being
– Explanations of why children struggle to reason clearly when under stress
– Practical techniques to teach children how to manage and regulate their emotions effectively
– Useful suggestions for organizing your classroom or office space to enhance emotional awareness
– Hands-on strategies to strengthen communication and relationships with children at both school and home

For parents, teachers, and professionals alike, Flooded offers essential skills to help children and teenagers identify their feelings, understand what triggers emotional responses, and develop practical strategies to handle those emotions in healthy, productive ways.