When we think about adverse childhood experiences, emotional neglect is often seen as less significant compared to other forms of trauma. Its subtleties make it easy to overlook, but the truth is that emotional neglect has a profound effect on our relationships and health as adults, from the detrimental effects on the brain and immune system. In this episode, hosts Jennifer and Elisabeth define emotional neglect and go over the signs and behaviors of those who’ve experienced it in childhood. They outline how it affects one’s ability to self-regulate, discern and express emotions, form healthy attachments, and more. As they explore the topic of emotional neglect, you’ll gain a better understanding of the nuances of emotional neglect, and how emotional neglect manifests in your adult behaviors. Most importantly, Jennifer and Elisabeth tools and strategies that can help you heal and learn emotional regulation. Tune in as we peel back the layers of emotional neglect and teach you how to nurture your emotional well-being! Topics discussed in this episode:   Subtleties of emotional neglect The impact of neglect on emotional regulation Signs of childhood emotional neglect What healthy emotional modeling looks like Emotional repression and immune function Boundaries and parentification Strategies to heal emotional neglect   Listen to Trauma Rewired’s episode on “ACE Scores & Health Across Your Lifetime” here: https://illuminatedwithjennifer.libsyn.com/ace-scores-health-across-a-lifetime   Sign up for the free Holiday Self-Care NSI Workshop on December 15th: https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/holidayselfcare   Get started training your nervous system with our FREE 2-week offer on the Brain Based Membership site: https://www.rewiretrial.com   Connect with us on social media: @trauma.rewired   Contact us about private Rewire Neuro-Somatic Coaching: https://brainbased-wellness.com/rewire-private-neuro-somatic-coaching/   Free Nervous System Training Video Course! Get in on Elisabeth's exclusive Free Video Training - her proven step-by-step system to ZAP stress, RESOLVE anxiety, STOP pain, DROP unwanted behaviors and MAGNIFY clarity and focus.  It’s easier than you think. If you can watch a video, you can heal your nervous system.  http://rewirecourse.com/   Join the Trauma Rewired Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/761101225132846 FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.drinkag1.com/rewired This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com