The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, co-hosted by Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran, is a biweekly exploration into improving executive functions. The series transforms complex brain science into accessible, practical strategies for enhancing cognitive skills. It investigates areas like boosting memory, improving cognitive flexibility, and offers tailored strategies. The podcast also examines lifestyle factors and technology on cognitive performance. Aimed at a diverse audience, ...
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From Stuck to Started: Executive Function & ADHD Coaching to Take Action
Sarah Lovell - Executive Function & ADHD Coach
Welcome to From Stuck to Started, the podcast for ambitious ADHDers, perfectionists, and over-thinkers who are ready to achieve their goals without burning out. Join your host, Sarah Lovell, an executive function and ADHD coach, as she shares strategies to help you understand your brain, break down big tasks, and build systems that work for you. Each episode is packed with actionable tips and real-life inspiration to help you tackle hard things and make progress that feels good.
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The Special Ed Strategist: Learning Disabilities & IEP (Dyslexia, Executive Function) Tips with Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P
The Special Ed Strategist Podcast
The IEP process and the world of special education can be confusing and overwhelming for parents, teachers, and students, alike. But it doesn’t have to be! Learning Essentials has teamed up with experts to give you valuable insights into the IEP process and the world of special education —and it’s free! Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P as she hosts educators, psychologists, and other medical providers who provide pro tips on what to ask, what to bring, and what to take away from your next spec ...
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Helpful, fun, and effective strategies to support everyone's executive function! Learn how to coach yourself, your teen, or your child to manage attention, organize, and plan. We share inspiration for families and individuals with neurodivergence, ADHD, autism, learning disabilities and more. We love what we do and are passionate about helping you thrive!
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Welcome to the podcast, Full PreFrontal: Exposing the Mysteries of Executive Function hosted by Sucheta Kamath. Executive Function is a core set of cognitive skills that allow humans to focus attention, block out distractions, plan ahead, stay engaged, temper emotions, and think flexibly while creatively solving problems to fulfill personal and social goals. The prefrontal cortex region of the brain, which governs Executive Function, is often compared to an air traffic control system at a bu ...
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Science Backed Solutions for Children’s ADHD, Executive Functioning and Anxiety Dysregulation
Dr. Roseann Capanna Hodge
Parenting comes with joys and challenges. If you are a mom or dad with a child or teen who is struggling with everyday life or clinical issues like ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Executive Functioning, Anxiety, OCD, Depression or Mood, or Lyme and PANS/PANDAS, then you need solutions. If you have seen Dr. Roseann on TV, then you know she doesn’t shy away from real talk about real problems. She gives parents the science-backed keys to unlocking big and small kid and family issues. Blending hope with ...
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023: How to pick the right strategies to navigate perfectionism, executive dysfunction, and ADHD paralysis
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16:24Have you ever spent hours researching the perfect planner, rewriting an email 10 times before hitting send, or waiting for the right time to start a project? You might think it’s perfectionism, but what if it’s actually executive dysfunction? In this episode, I break down how perfectionism and executive dysfunction overlap, why both can keep you st…
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#83: The Transition to College and the Impact of Executive Function
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1:22:00In this episode of The Executive Function Braintrainer Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren explore the crucial transition from high school to college and its impact on executive functions. They discuss the importance of planning, organization, and independence, comparing approaches in the UK and the US. Using the metaphor of a butte…
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S4 Ep425: Understanding and Managing Resistance: Supporting Students Who Push Back?
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56:49Why do some students push back against authority, struggle with compliance, or resist help? In this episode, Britt Rathbone, LCSW-C, BCD, CGP, a nationally recognized adolescent therapist, breaks down why students resist and how parents, educators, and therapists can respond effectively. From Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) to executive functio…
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289: How to Deal with OCD Without Medication: The Science of Nervous System Regulation
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17:05Managing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) without medication is both possible and effective when approached through nervous system regulation. More often than not, medication does not address the root cause of OCD but instead focuses on symptom management. While it may provide temporary relief, it does not teach the brain how to regulate itself …
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288: Self-Regulation Strategies for Students: How to Improve Attention, Behavior, and Emotional Control
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15:34Students today are more dysregulated than ever, struggling with focus, emotional control, and behavioral challenges. Dysregulation affects them in different ways—some become restless and impulsive, while others shut down or avoid tasks altogether. A proactive approach to self-regulation, thus, becomes crucial as it equips students with the tools th…
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022: Don't let perfectionism steal your joy: how to stop overthinking & take action as a perfectionist
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16:02Is perfectionism keeping you from doing the things you WANT to do? I’m breaking down how perfectionism sneaks into your hobbies, creativity, and daily life, keeping you from experiencing full joy. By the end of this episode, you’ll know how to recognize where perfectionism is stealing your joy—and how to take back control with small, simple shifts.…
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287: How Not to Be a Fear-Based Parent (Ditch the Scare Tactics and Raise a Resilient, Motivated Kid)
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14:37Parenting is not an easy journey, and in moments of frustration or worry, it’s tempting to fall into fear-based parenting—using threats, punishments, or even guilt to discipline and push kids toward good behavior. However, fear-based parenting is not the way to go. If we continue with fear-based parenting, we're just teaching our kids to doubt them…
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S4 Ep424: IEP Service Hours: How Much Support Does Your Child Really Need?
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9:15Parents often wonder: Is my child getting enough support? In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist Podcast, Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, tackles the big question of IEP service hours—how they’re determined, what truly matters (quality vs. quantity), and how to advocate for services that make a real impact. Learn key questions to ask at your next …
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286: Parenting Emotional Regulation: Simple Techniques to Help Kids Handle Stress and Frustration
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18:21Kids these days are struggling more than ever with handling stress and frustration. In an effort to protect kids from discomfort, adults often step in too quickly, solving problems for them instead of teaching them how to work through challenges. While this may offer a short-term solution, it prevents children from developing the resilience and pro…
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021: How Perfectionism Leads to Procrastination & Strategies to Navigate the Discomfort of Starting Tasks
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16:55Perfectionism isn’t just about high standards; it’s about fear—fear of failure, fear of judgment, fear of not being good enough. I break down why our brains avoid discomfort and, more importantly, how we can retrain our thinking to push through. By the end of this episode, you’ll have actionable strategies to move past avoidance and take that first…
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285: Restful Sleep, Regulated Behavior: Dr. Roseann’s Sleep Strategies for Kids
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16:27Sleep is one of the most overlooked yet essential factors for both children and adults. We often focus on diet, exercise, and mental health, but without quality sleep, everything else suffers insofar as the brain and body cannot function optimally. In fact, inadequate or poor sleep can manifest in so many ways like emotional outbursts, brain fog, d…
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In this episode of 'The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast,' hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore the concept of 'flare and focus' and its impact on executive functions. The discussion delves into how the terms, commonly used in design thinking, can be applied to cognitive processes like brainstorming, prioritizing, organizing, …
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S4 Ep423: Mental Resilience & Performance Anxiety: Helping Young Athletes Thrive
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48:54Episode Summary: What’s the difference between pre-game jitters and full-blown performance anxiety? How can parents, coaches, and schools better support young athletes in high-pressure environments? In this must-listen episode, Dr. Virginia Jones and Dr. Brenna Chirby, two top clinical psychologists specializing in sports psychology, break down men…
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284: Breaking the Screen Time Struggle: Helping Kids Transition Off Devices
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20:20Nowadays, parents face a constant struggle when it comes to managing their children’s screen time. While technology can be a powerful tool for learning and connection, it also creates real challenges for parents trying to set limits, encourage balance, and prevent screen-related meltdowns. As we know, excessive screen use can impact children's mood…
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020: The Perfectionism Trap—Why It Keeps You Stuck & What to do About It
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19:47If you find yourself overthinking, overdoing, or avoiding things because of perfectionism - this episode is for you. I dive into what’s really hiding underneath perfectionism, how it leads to overthinking, avoidance, and burnout, and most importantly—how to shift your thinking. I also share a story about a circus unit in my middle school gym class …
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283: How do You Help a Child Who Struggles with Transitions?
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16:39Helping a child who struggles with transitions can be one of the biggest challenges for parents. Whether it is moving from playtime to homework, getting ready for bed, or switching between activities at school, these transitions can trigger frustration, resistance, or even emotional meltdowns. That’s why it is necessary for parents to step up their…
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S4 Ep422: Brain-Based Strategies for Students with Language-Based Learning Disabilities
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48:41Guest: Dr. Jillian Darefsky, Executive Head of The Siena School Host: Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P In this episode, Wendy Taylor speaks with Dr. Jilly Darefsky, a leader in specialized education and an advocate for students with language-based learning disabilities. With both professional expertise and personal experience as a parent of two dyslexic c…
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282: Pediatric Chiropractic Care and Autism, ADHD, SPD and Birth Trauma
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57:53Parents are constantly searching for safe and effective ways to help their children thrive, especially when traditional approaches fall short. The good news is that pediatric chiropractic care has emerged as a powerful and holistic option for supporting children's overall health and well-being. As more parents explore natural solutions for developm…
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019: How to Take Action When You’re Overwhelmed & Don’t Know Where to Start
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25:39If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly playing catch-up or struggling to keep the plates spinning, this episode is packed with realistic, practical strategies to help you navigate overwhelm and move forward with more clarity and ease.I break down what overwhelm actually is, why it happens, and how it impacts ADHD and executive function. What Yo…
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281: 3 Natural Remedies for PANS/PANDAS or Complex Behavioral Issues that Regulate the Brain
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19:27Many parents of children with Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS), Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS)or complex behavioral issues often feel overwhelmed, as their child’s brain and behavior seem stuck in overdrive. In such situations, natural solutions are often overlo…
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#81: Nutrients and Supplements can Boost Executive Functions
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51:45In this episode of The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast,' hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran delve into the controversial yet crucial topic of supplements and executive functioning. The discussion highlights key nutrients like iron, vitamin D, B vitamins, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, choline, and zinc. They explore how these elem…
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S4 Ep421: IEP Progress Reports: What Parents Need To Know
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14:23In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist Podcast, host Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, delves into the essentials of measuring and reporting IEP progress. She offers actionable advice for parents to confidently interpret their child's progress reports, request raw data, and advocate for goal adjustments when progress stalls. Wendy emphasizes the imp…
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280: 5 Best supplements for children with PANS/PANDAS, Mood or Complex Behavioral Issues
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17:32Children with PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome), PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections), mood disorders, or complex behavioral challenges often struggle with underlying biological imbalances that affect their nervous system, immune function, and overall well-being. Whil…
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018: How to Break Free from ADHD Waiting Mode: 6 Practical Strategies
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23:49Are you the kind of person who has a 2 p.m appointment and you can't do anything until that appointment happens? That’s waiting mode. In this episode, I dive into why it happens (hello, executive functioning!) and how it impacts your ability to stay productive. I share 6 practical strategies to help you break free from this frustrating pattern. Hos…
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279: Should you medicate your child with PANS PANDAS?
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16:20Psychiatric medications are often prescribed at an alarming rate. What people don’t know is that while these medications may provide short-term relief, they don’t always address the root cause—especially in complex conditions like PANS and PANDAS. In many cases, these medications come with significant side effects. If we truly want lasting healing,…
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S4 Ep420: Implementing Trauma-Informed Care in K-12 Education with Rachel Archambault
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53:59In this powerful episode of The Special Ed Strategist Podcast, host Wendy Taylor welcomes Rachel Archambault, M.A., CCC-SLP, a speech-language pathologist and trauma-informed care advocate. Rachel shares her journey from experiencing trauma firsthand at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School to becoming a leading voice in trauma-informed education. L…
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278: What Causes PANS/PANDAS Onset and Triggers Flares?
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25:19The onset of PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections) is influenced by an interplay of various factors, making it a challenging condition to fully understand and manage. These factors exacerbate the symptoms and contribute to the unpre…
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277: How to Work Together as Parents to Support a Child with PANS/PANDAS, Mood or Complex Behavioral Issues
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14:52As parents, we want to ensure that our children are getting the right support, especially when they face complex challenges like PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections) or mood and behavioral issues. These conditions can be overwhelmi…
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017: “I wish I started sooner:” 5 Strategies to Get Unstuck
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31:18Have you ever really wanted to start something but been paralyzed and overwhelmed? In this episode, I explore what it means to feel stuck and how it differs from procrastination. I walk you through a simple framework to help you take action, even when starting feels overwhelming. Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function and ADHD Coach Resources Menti…
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#80: Notebook LM: A Tool to Support Executive Functions
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1:01:36In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran delve into the innovative features of Notebook LM, a language model smart notebook by Google. They discuss its potential in creating efficient study guides, interactive podcasts, and timelines to help with tasks like preparing for exams, mana…
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S4 Ep419: IEPs Aren’t Just for Academics – How to Advocate for Non-Academic Needs
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9:54IEPs Aren’t Just for Academics – How to Advocate for Non-Academic Needs IEPs aren’t just about grades! In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor breaks down how IEPs can – and should – support non-academic needs, including social-emotional skills, executive function, behavior, life skills, and related services like OT, speech,…
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Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren offer a lively discussion on 'hot' and 'cold' executive functions—a subject deeply explored in theoretical and empirical literature for over two decades. This episode presents the distinct neural systems in our brain that support these functions, guiding us in social situations and higher-order cognitive process…
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276: 3 Quick Techniques to Calm a Dysregulated Child with PANS/PANDAS, Mood or Behavioral Issues
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15:53Parenting a child with PANS/PANDAS, mood, or behavioral challenges can often feel overwhelming, especially when dysregulation takes over. Dysregulation doesn’t just affect the child; it creates a ripple effect, impacting the entire family dynamic. In these situations, it’s easy to get caught in a cycle of reactivity, where frustration and confusion…
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275: PANS/PANDAS vs. ADHD vs. Mood Disorder: How to tell the Difference in Your Child
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17:14One of the pervasive issues I get asked about a lot is misdiagnosis, especially when it comes to conditions like PANS, PANDAS, ADHD, and mood disorders. These diagnoses can be incredibly tricky because their symptoms often overlap, such as anxiety, emotional dysregulation, irritability, and even inattention. For many, this overlap tends to cause co…
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016: Endless Laundry & Constant Clutter?! ADHD Cleaning Tips That Won’t Burn You Out
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31:49Got piles of laundry, mountains of dishes, and miles of mess? You’re not alone. Cleaning is a never-ending cycle. If you’ve ever felt guilt or frustration about keeping up with your home, this episode is for you. You’ll leave with a new way to think about chores, feel validated about the struggle, and have tools to help you take action in a way tha…
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S4 Ep418: In the Cortex: Primitive Reflexes, Children's Behavior, And Brain Reorganization
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1:02:17Join The Special Ed Strategist podcast for an eye-opening conversation with Dani and Paloma, founders of In the Cortex. Experts in neurodevelopment and brain reorganization, Dani and Paloma explain how retained primitive reflexes impact children’s behavior, learning, and emotional regulation. Discover actionable strategies, including targeted movem…
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274: 10 Top Signs Your Dysregulated Child Might Have PANS/PANDAS
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21:46When a child experiences constant dysregulation, severe anxiety, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, or school avoidance, it’s easy to link these challenges to conditions like ADHD, anxiety, OCD, or autism. However, there’s another possibility that often goes overlooked: Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Pediatric Autoimmune Ne…
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#79: How Movement Unlocks Executive Functions
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54:43In this episode of The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran discuss the critical role of automaticity in executive functions, particularly how it impacts movement and multitasking. They delve into how practicing sequences to automaticity can enhance productivity, whether in sports, learning, or profes…
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015: How Strength-Based Education & Community Transforms the Lives of Neurodivergent and 2E Students with Sam Young
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50:39I chatted with Sam Young, M.Ed, the Head of School at Young Scholars Academy, about what it means to be “twice-exceptional,” the challenges neurodivergent students face, and how community and leaning into strengths builds confidence and sets students up for success. This is a great conversation for educators, parents, neurodivergent adults, and any…
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273: When should I consider non-medication approaches over traditional medication?
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18:46Parents are often divided on when to consider non-medication approaches over traditional medication for their children. For some, the idea of trying anything other than a prescription feels risky, while others worry about relying too heavily on medication without addressing the root causes. What’s often missing from the conversation is a balanced l…
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In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., Executive Director of Learning Essentials and a certified educational therapist, explores how inclusive teaching practices can support meaningful participation for students with learning differences. From understanding IDEA and LRE to advocating for SMART goals and teacher training,…
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