The Role of Speech-Language Pathologists in Supporting Self-Regulation

Vocabulary flashcards based on key concepts related to self-regulation as discussed in the role of speech-language pathologists.

Self-regulation

The ability to recognize, monitor, and manage one's internal states (e.g., stress, emotions) to maintain optimal levels of arousal and behavior.

Co-regulation

A process where caregivers and children mutually regulate behavior and emotional states through interaction.

Executive functions

Cognitive processes including working memory, inhibitory control, and cognitive flexibility, which are essential for self-regulation.

Metacognition

Awareness and understanding of one’s own thought processes, crucial for self-regulation.

Stress

The effect of any action or reaction that threatens homeostasis, leading to potential adverse effects on cognitive functioning.

Clinical framework

A structured approach that guides speech-language pathologists in integrating self-regulation concepts into clinical practice.

Scaffolding

Supported strategies that help children develop foundational skills necessary for self-regulation.

Emotional stressors

Experiences that evoke strong emotional responses, impacting one’s ability to self-regulate.

Biological stressors

Physiological challenges such as hunger, fatigue, or sensory overload that can impede self-regulation.

Socially-shared regulation

Collaborative self-regulation that occurs when individuals work together to manage their emotional states or behaviors.

Cognitive stressors

Mental pressures experienced during complex cognitive tasks that affect executive functioning and self-regulation.

Behavioral indicators of stress

Signs such as emotional outbursts, difficulty modulating emotions, or avoidance of social interactions that suggest a child may be experiencing stress.

Predictability in routines

Familiar patterns or structures that can reduce stress and help children feel secure, promoting engagement and learning.

Communication temptations

Environmental setups that encourage children to initiate communication, enhancing their language and self-regulatory skills.

Emotion regulation

The ability to manage one's emotional responses, a critical skill that develops through co-regulation and self-regulation.

Sensory processing challenges

Difficulties in regulating responses to sensory stimuli, which can lead to stress and impact communication.

Social interaction tasks

Activities that require reading social cues and navigating interpersonal dynamics, often stressful for children with communication challenges.