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EP 99 Support Neurodiverse Children: Executive Functioning, Emotional Triggers & Holistic Learning
Description
In this insightful episode, Shauna sits down with Andi to explore the unique challenges and rewards of parenting neurodiverse children. Together, they dive into the struggles families face when navigating traditional educational systems, the gaps in classroom support, and how understanding the root causes of behavioral triggers can lead to more compassionate and effective solutions.
They also break down the importance of recognizing specific executive functioning challenges, how these affect learning and emotional regulation, and why a holistic approach to education is key. From managing big emotions and building supportive social circles to identifying brain-based learning needs, this conversation is filled with actionable insights for parents, teachers, and caregivers alike.
What You’ll Learn:
- The challenges of accommodating diverse learning needs in traditional classrooms
- Why executive functioning is critical to a child’s success both academically and socially
- How to spot the specific cognitive struggles affecting your child
- The role of executive functioning coaches and how they help bridge educational gaps
- How to better support neurodivergent children emotionally and socially
- What to look for in a comprehensive executive functioning course
Key Topics Covered:
- Executive functioning and child development
- Understanding behavioral triggers in neurodiverse kids
- Holistic teaching approaches
- Social skills support for neurodivergent children
- Emotional regulation tools for kids
- Brain-based education and cognitive diversity
To Connect with Andi Clark
https://www.instagram.com/kidswithbigemotions/
https://www.facebook.com/andiclarkstressmgt
https://www.linkedin.com/in/andiclarkstressmgt/
https://www.youtube.com/@andiclark
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