Latest Learningdisabilities Podcast Episodes
Busting IEP myths with Understood Explains
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - April 18, 2024 04:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsDo you ever wonder if having an IEP means your child will be labeled forever? Are you worried that an IEP will mean your child is separated from their peers? Well, those are actually both myths. And this week, we’re sharing a podcast episode that’s all about busting common myths relating to IE...
Advocating for your special ed child
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - April 11, 2024 04:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsIf you think your child is struggling at school, what’s the best way to make sure they’re getting the support they need? Who should you talk to first? Should you call a meeting, send an email, or do something else? In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome Julia...
Olympian Michelle Carter talks ADHD and dyslexia
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - March 28, 2024 04:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsMichelle Carter is an athlete and businessperson. She was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia as a young child. With her parents’ support, she discovered her talents in track and field, going on to compete in three Olympic Games: in 2008, 2012, and 2016. Michelle won gold in 2016. Now she runs Yo...
The Shift from Parent to Mentor: A Critical Transformation with Jason & Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - March 23, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsAre you tired of trying to make traditional parenting approaches work for you? Ready to make a profound shift that fosters genuine connections and sustainable growth for your child, teen, or young adult? In this episode, we explore the transformative power of NDM™ NeuroDevelopmental Mentoring...
Bringing sensory differences into kids’ books with Lindsey Rowe Parker
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - March 14, 2024 04:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsFrom the colors of the classroom to the noises of the playground, school can be overwhelming for kids with sensory processing challenges. One author has turned these experiences into a new picture book. The book aims to help kids who have trouble processing sensory information. In this episode...
Big Announcement! Parenting to Mentor with Jason & Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - March 09, 2024 03:19 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsFriends, Hello! We've got something exciting to share with you in this episode! You know, parenting can be a rollercoaster, especially when it comes to raising neurodivergent young people. But, guess what? It doesn't have to be a struggle without hope. In today's episode, we're peeling back the...
The Power in Choosing a Parenting Framework with Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - March 01, 2024 14:18 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsParenting neurodivergents and those who have struggles can be overwhelming, especially when faced with conflicting advice. In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of choosing a framework to operate from. Learn how selecting a clear direction can help you move beyond confusion an...
All about language disorders
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - February 29, 2024 05:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsLanguage disorders can lead to many questions, both in the classroom and elsewhere. How will the school handle it? What can you do to help at home? And what if you’re not even sure if a language disorder is what your child is struggling with? In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra an...
Move Beyond Quick Fixes to Sustainable Development with Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - February 17, 2024 03:53 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsParenting neurodivergent children can be challenging, and relying on quick fixes may seem like an easy solution. However, these quick fixes can lead to long-term damage and hinder sustainable development. On today's episode of the Autism & Neurodiversity podcast, I'm discussing the pitfalls of ...
After the diagnosis: How kids feel about their learning and thinking differences
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - February 15, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsGetting diagnosed with a learning and thinking difference can be a big relief for many kids. But for some kids, the news can lead to many questions and worries. They may not want to talk about their diagnosis at all. And sometimes, the way kids respond to their diagnosis changes over time. In t...
Stop Reacting and Start Nurturing Connection with Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - February 09, 2024 19:15 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsParenting can be hard, especially when you have an autistic or neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult. It's easy to find yourself constantly reacting to your loved one's undesirable or challenging behaviors. And... it's a stressful way to be parenting. Reactive approaches fall sho...
ADHD and siblings: Tips from an expert
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - February 01, 2024 05:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsWhen siblings have different needs, what’s a parent to do? In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek talk with Dr. Ari Tuckman, a psychologist who works with families and couples. He shares tips for finding balance in parenting kids when one has a learning or thinking...
Attachment & Autism Deep Dive Part 3 with Dr. Jack Hinman
Autism & Neurodiversity - January 26, 2024 12:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsEver get discourage with trying to connect with your neurodivergent teen or young adult? You're not alone. This 3-part episode series dives into the crucial, yet often overlooked, link between neurodiversity (like ADHD or autism) and attachment styles. Experts Jason Grygla, LCMHC, MA and Dr. ...
Attachment & Autism Deep Dive Part 2 with Dr. Jack Hinman
Autism & Neurodiversity - January 20, 2024 06:48 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsEver get discourage with trying to connect with your neurodivergent teen or young adult? You're not alone. This 3-part episode series dives into the crucial, yet often overlooked, link between neurodiversity (like ADHD or autism) and attachment styles. Experts Jason Grygla, LCMHC, MA and Dr. ...
A kid with ADHD. A kid without. One mom’s story
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - January 18, 2024 05:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsSibling dynamics are challenging for all families. But when one sibling has a learning and thinking difference and the other one doesn’t, things can be even tougher. In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek talk with Becca. She’s a mom of two kids, one with ADHD and ...
Attachment & Autism Deep Dive Part 1 with Dr. Jack Hinman
Autism & Neurodiversity - January 12, 2024 12:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsEver get discourage with trying to connect with your neurodivergent teen or young adult? You're not alone. This 3-part episode series dives into the crucial, yet often overlooked, link between neurodiversity (like ADHD or autism) and attachment styles. Experts Jason Grygla, LCMHC, MA and Dr. ...
How to talk to your child’s pediatrician about ADHD and learning differences
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - January 04, 2024 05:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsIf your child is struggling at school or at home, and you think it may be related to ADHD or a learning difference, communication is key. Talking with your child’s pediatrician can be a first step to getting support. But sometimes it’s hard to know what to say to your child’s doctor. In this ...
3 Steps to Reducing Stress Mini-Series Part 3 with Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - December 29, 2023 12:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsFeeling the holiday squeeze? The holidays can be magical... and manic, especially when your neurodivergent loved ones are on sensory overload. In this Part 3 of our holiday stress-busting mini-series, we dive deep into the hidden challenges that neurodivergent kids face and uncover a key strateg...
3 Steps to Reducing Stress Mini-Series Part 2 with Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - December 22, 2023 12:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsFeeling frazzled instead of festive? The holidays bring joy, but for families with neurodivergent children, the season can be a sensory overload meltdown-maker. Part 2 in this mini-series on reducing stress I'll help you understand the hidden challenges that add to stress and one of the keys to ...
3 Steps to Reducing Stress Mini-Series Part 1 with Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - December 16, 2023 00:01 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsHoliday season is here, bringing festive cheer but also potential meltdowns for families with autistic and neurodivergent children, teens, and young adults. In part one of this mini-series, I have some important perspectives to support you in taking care of yourself and your loved ones so that y...
When kids and teens have tantrums: How to help
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - December 14, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsTantrums and meltdowns are challenges all parents face. But for families of kids who learn and think differently, they can be even more of a struggle. In this episode, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome back Dr. Andrew Kahn, the host of the first season of Understood’s What Now? A...
Parenting the kids you have: One mom’s story
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - November 30, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsMost parents start their parenting journey with ideas of what it will be like, and what their kids will be like. But what happens when your expectations don’t match reality? How do things change when you find out your child has a learning or thinking difference? In this episode, hosts Gretche...
Managing Our Expectations with Jason
Autism & Neurodiversity - November 24, 2023 12:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsParenting is one of those jobs that rarely matches up with our expectations. The challenges of parenting an autistic or neurodivergent is an experience many of us were not well prepared for. Sometimes it's hard to adjust our expectations for what it would be like, what our child would be like,...
Boost Their Resilience with Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - November 18, 2023 01:47 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsIt takes resilience to grow, develop, and be happy and successful in life when we have very real struggles. Resilient children, teens, and young adults are more willing to try things and try at them for longer. Low resilience leads to giving up quickly or even refusing to try. Get some insight...
ADHD and puberty: What to expect
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - November 16, 2023 05:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsPuberty can be a challenging time for kids and their families. But what about if your child going through puberty has ADHD? In this episode, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek take a deep dive into puberty and ADHD. First, they hear from three parents of teens with ADHD to find out what ...
Supporting the Transition into Adulthood with Jason
Autism & Neurodiversity - November 11, 2023 04:51 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsParenting an autistic and/or neurodivergent child can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. As they transition into adulthood, the question of independence often arises. In this episode, Jason explores practical strategies to help neurodivergent young adults navigate the path to self-relian...
The Secret to Building Their Confidence with Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - November 04, 2023 03:10 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsDo you want to raise a confident child, teen or young adult? One who is not afraid to take risks, try new things, and perseveres in the face of challenges? When you get skilled at building their self-confidence you can help them be more successful even if they are autistic, an ADHDer or neuro...
Assistive tech: What it is and how it helps
In It: Supporting Kids Who Learn and Think Differently - November 02, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsFrom the talk-to-text feature on a phone to a lap desk, many people use assistive technology (AT) every day. For kids who learn and think differently, assistive tech can make learning easier. But how do you know if it’s something your child needs? In this episode, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and ...
When Your Love One Pulls Away with Jason
Autism & Neurodiversity - October 27, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsDo you have a teen or young adult in your life who is pulling away from you? If so, you're not alone. Many teens and young adults but especially autistic and neurodivergents go through a phase where they need to distance themselves from their parents in order to grow and develop their own identi...
Crush Shame & Boost Well-being by Parenting with Empathy with Debbie
Autism & Neurodiversity - October 21, 2023 02:10 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsOur young people, especially our autistic and neurodivergent, thrive when they're met with support and empathy, and spiral down when they're met with shame-based approaches and rejection. It can be challenging to offer empathy, especially when your child, teen, or young adult is behaving negat...