Diverse Thinking Different Learning
208 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 40 ratingsDiverse Thinking · Different Learning, a ChildNEXUS podcast, is hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, mom of two, and ChildNEXUS founder Dr. Karen Wilson. Each week, Dr. Wilson provides support and guidance for parents raising kids with learning differences. Diverse Thinking · Different Learning features informative and inspiring interviews with top experts in their fields, and gives parents and educators the tools and takeaways they need to better understand neurodivergence, learning disabilities, and youth mental health. This podcast informs offers actionable advice to help diverse learners and children with unique needs reach their fullest potential. Parents of diverse learners or children with mental health challenges can access vetted information and connect with qualified professionals at https://www.childnexus.com/.
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Ep. 3: Neuropsychological Evaluations Through a Cultural Lens with Dr. Vindia Fernandez
November 10, 2020 13:00 - 35 minutes - 21.1 MBWhen is it important to consider an evaluation for your child? Well, the earlier the better. But then the question is, what are the differences between evaluations and which is best for your child? My guest on today’s episode helps break it down and dives deep into the differences between a neuropsychological evaluation and a psychoeducational evaluation. Not only that, but we also discuss the challenges of evaluating non-English speakers and identifying neurodevelopmental disorders in child...
Neuropsychological Evaluations Through a Cultural Lens with Dr. Vindia Fernandez
November 10, 2020 13:00 - 35 minutes - 21.1 MBWhen is it important to consider an evaluation for your child? Well, the earlier the better. But then the question is, what are the differences between evaluations and which is best for your child? My guest on today’s episode helps break it down and dives deep into the differences between a neuropsychological evaluation and a psychoeducational evaluation. Not only that, but we also discuss the challenges of evaluating non-English speakers and identifying neurodevelopmental disorders in child...
Demystifying the Assessment Process
November 10, 2020 12:55 - 32 minutes - 18.9 MBI feel very strongly that if we put in place certain practices, more children with undetected learning disabilities would be identified early and receive appropriate treatment. There’s a lot of education that needs to be done about the different learning challenges that students face. And that’s why I’ve started this podcast. Welcome to Diverse Thinking Different Learning. I’m Dr. Karen Wilson and we are moving right along with episode 2 today. In episode 1, we discussed the importance of ...
Ep. 2: Demystifying the Assessment Process
November 10, 2020 12:55 - 32 minutes - 18.9 MBI feel very strongly that if we put in place certain practices, more children with undetected learning disabilities would be identified early and receive appropriate treatment. There’s a lot of education that needs to be done about the different learning challenges that students face. And that’s why I’ve started this podcast. Welcome to Diverse Thinking Different Learning. I’m Dr. Karen Wilson and we are moving right along with episode 2 today. In episode 1, we discussed the importance of ...
Ep. 1: Uncovering Why a Child is Struggling
November 10, 2020 12:52 - 32 minutes - 18.9 MBMillions of kids struggle with learning, processing, and social difficulties. These challenges interfere with their ability to reach their full potential. My name is Dr. Karen Wilson and I am on a mission to make sure that when kids are struggling, we find out why and we give them the support they need to thrive. Welcome to the Diverse Thinking Different Learning Podcast. This podcast is a resource for parents and educators working with children with learning difficulties. It is my hop...
Uncovering Why a Child is Struggling
November 10, 2020 12:52 - 32 minutes - 18.9 MBMillions of kids struggle with learning, processing, and social difficulties. These challenges interfere with their ability to reach their full potential. My name is Dr. Karen Wilson and I am on a mission to make sure that when kids are struggling, we find out why and we give them the support they need to thrive. Welcome to the Diverse Thinking Different Learning Podcast. This podcast is a resource for parents and educators working with children with learning difficulties. It is my hop...
The Launch of Diverse Thinking Different Learning with Dr. Karen Wilson
November 10, 2020 05:50 - 4 minutes - 3.25 MBWelcome to the Diverse Thinking Different Learning Podcast! I am Dr. Karen Wilson and I am thrilled to begin this podcast journey with you. With my background and experience in pediatric neuropsychology and higher education, I am on a unique mission to inform, educate, and empower parents and educators who see kids struggling and don’t know what to do to help. It is my hope that by listening to this podcast you will have an “ah-ha” moment that prompts you to take action that changes the traj...