What is Regulation?

The Zones of Regulation is all about developing regulation skills and competencies. But what exactly is regulation and how does it impact our well-being? In Concept 1 (C1), learners explore concrete examples of regulation, such as adjusting the speed of a fan or controlling the temperature of water from a faucet. We explain how regulation also helps us have more control over how we manage our feelings, energy, and behavior. It is important that learners understand the basics of regulation as they move on to later Zones Concepts on regulating their own Zones.