The Hidden Reflexes Controlling Anxiety, ADHD, Sleep & Behavior

What if anxiety, ADHD, sleep issues, trauma responses — even the way we breathe — are rooted in reflexes we were supposed to outgrow in infancy?

In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Bahar Esmaili sits down with Pamela Curlee, co-founder of the MNRI® Method, to explore how unintegrated primitive reflexes silently shape our emotional, cognitive, and physical development throughout life.

Drawing from 30+ years of clinical work alongside Dr. Svetlana Masgutova, Pamela explains how early movement patterns and brainstem reflexes influence:

Breathing and airway development

Posture and motor coordination

Speech, sensory processing, and behavior

Emotional regulation and trauma responses

Sleep quality and the ability to feel safe

ADHD, autism, PTSD, and developmental delays

You’ll hear real-world cases, powerful insights, and surprising connections between reflex integration, nervous system safety, vagal tone, and whole-body function.

Whether you're a parent, clinician, educator, or simply curious about the blueprint of human development, this episode reveals a hopeful truth: It’s never too late for the nervous system to re-pattern and heal.
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The views expressed in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.

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