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Sensory Sensitivities, Parenting, and Neurodiversity
Episode 134
With neurodiversity comes a host of extra effects, sensitivities, and challenges. Parenting a neurodivergent child can require a willingness to recon…
4 years, 1 month ago
Let's Talk Executive Function with Seth Perler
Episode 133
Helping neurodivergent kids with executive function issues is tricky. You have to use the correct strategy for their personality, and they need to 'b…
4 years, 1 month ago
Beneath the Surface of Giftedness (encore)
Episode 132
Giftedness is complicated. By itself, it can be difficult to find curriculum, activities, or hobbies that will consistently engage gifted kids. How d…
4 years, 2 months ago
Removing the Roadblocks of Dyslexia
Episode 131
A word many experts use to describe dyslexic people is "misunderstood." Teachers often don't catch the signs, parents often don't know the best ways …
4 years, 2 months ago
The Utility (or Futility) of Labels
Episode 130
The reality of working within a system in flux. The meaning or usefulness of the term "gifted." The utility (or futility) of labels. The confusion of…
4 years, 2 months ago
Our Bright and Complex, Twice-Exceptional Kids with Dr. Dan Peters
Episode 129
Quirky kids often become the most accomplished adults, especially when they are allowed to grow and mature in a welcoming, neurodiversity-affirming e…
4 years, 2 months ago
What We're Learning About (Pervasive) Pathological Demand Avoidance
Episode 128
If you suspect someone in your life has PDA (Pathological/Persistent Demand Avoidance), this is a conversation you need to hear. Sandra McConnell is …
4 years, 3 months ago
Ask Me Anything with Emily Kircher-Morris
Episode 127
We took questions from people in the Neurodiversity Podcast Advocacy and Support Group on Facebook, and Emily answers them. This is our first AMA, an…
4 years, 3 months ago
Laying the Groundwork for Life After High School
Episode 126
What happens when scaffolding, such as a 504 plan or IEP, goes away at college? Some schools have transition programs, but many or most do not. We're…
4 years, 3 months ago
Teaching Learners How To Learn
Episode 125
Educators are constantly learning how to better teach neurodivergent learners, but often we overlook the opportunity to help the students be better l…
4 years, 4 months ago