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EP264: Sensitive Kids and Big Emotions: What Parents Need to Know with Dr. Judith Orloff
Wednesday, 29 April, 2026
Does your child seem overwhelmed by emotions, easily affected by others, or more sensitive than their peers? It may not be a problem to fix, but a difference to understand. In this episode, Dr. Judith Orloff explains the difference between empathy, empaths, and highly sensitive kids and examines how these traits shape behavior, overwhelm, and emotional responses. Press play to learn practical ways to support your child with self-regulation, boundaries, and confidence so they can feel understood and in control.What to expect in this episode:The difference between empathy and being an empath or highly sensitive personHow sensory overload can lead to overwhelm, shutdown, or big reactionsWhy neurodivergent and sensitive kids tend to absorb emotions from othersWhy sensitive traits should be supported, not “trained out” of childrenSimple self-regulation tools like alone time, boundaries, and calming environmentsAbout Dr. Judith OrloffJudith Orloff, MD, is a New York Times bestselling author, a psychiatrist, and an empath. She is the author of the new children’s book The Highly Sensitive Rabbit, about a caring cottontail who is shamed for her sensitivities but then learns to embrace them. Dr. Orloff's other books include The Genius of Empathy, The Empath’s Survival Guide, and Thriving as an Empath. Dr. Orloff also specializes in treating highly sensitive people in her medical practice. Dr. Orloff’s work has been featured on The Today Show, CNN, Oprah Magazine, the New York Times, and USA Today. Explore more at www.drjudithorloff.com.Connect with Dr. Judith OrloffWebsite: Dr. Judith Orloff Book: The Highly Sensitive Rabbit | The Highly Sensitive TeenGet your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/gift.Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com
