Two neurodivergent minds. One bold claim per episode. In Chaos Connectors, Ryan Sailstad and Romina Massa—between them, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia—start with a wild idea and trace the path from chaos to clarity. They don’t just think differently—they solve problems, spot patterns, and make connections others miss.
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Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent
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Overwhelmed, lost, dismissed in IEP/504 systems — seeking help, clarity, and support? You're not alone! Hosted by Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, a certified educational therapist, IEP coach, and parent advocate with over 20 years of experience helping families navigate special education. Wendy is the founder of Learning Essentials and a trusted voice in decoding IEPs, literacy challenges, and executive function needs. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or professional, Wendy brings compassionate ...
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The Disability Labs Podcast Network is brought to you by Dotterer Educational Consulting, a Therapy Services, LLC, and Minds on Math, LLC. We focus on dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD. Enclosed are excerpts from the shows on our network. Current shows include: The Writing Glitch and Tier 1 Interventions We also share sample Hear Me Teach segments. A complete package of these segments is included at Tier 1 Interventions Workshops. 👉 Join our free masterclass for school leaders, tea ...
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A podcast for parents and educators about the best way to support kids living with learning difficulties. Hosted by specialist teacher Michael Shanahan, Dyscastia takes a positive, respectful look at supporting students living with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia and associated neurodivergences such as autism and ADHD. Each episode focuses on practical, realistic strategies for reducing barriers to learning and building safe, supportive environments where students can achieve success. Conv ...
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Discover In It, a podcast that explores the joys and frustrations of supporting kids with learning disabilities and ADHD. Join hosts Rachel Bozek and Gretchen Vierstra as they talk with parents, caregivers, teachers, and sometimes kids. They offer perspective, advice, and stories for and from people who have challenges with reading, math, focus, and other learning differences. Get tips on parenting kids with learning disabilities like dyslexia.
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Audiobooks for dyslexics who love stories but don't love reading!
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The Writing Glitch is brought to you by Dotterer Educational Consulting. Our Founder and Owner, Cheri Dotterer, is the host. Build courage, compassion, and collaboration to help students thrive and grow leaders that transcend a lifetime, regardless of dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, using sensory-motor processing and neuroscience-based instructional interventions. No Pencil Required! We interview teachers, therapists, and parents about how they have seen a transformation in children h ...
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These podcasts are an invaluable resource for anyone interested in child and adolescent mental health. They bridge the gap between rigorous research and practical application, featuring expert discussions on mental health. Each episode highlights cutting-edge studies offering insights into findings, and implications for practice. The series caters to clinicians, researchers, and those interested in mental health. Available on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts, it’s an accessibl ...
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Giftedness is combined with a learning disability/neurodivergence to form something new: twice exceptional. Cate is a once twice exceptional teen now trying to make her way through adulthood. Listen along as she interviews neurodiverse individuals on their experiences and shares some of her own insights along the way. The best way to educate yourself on neurodiversity is by listening to those experiencing it. https://twiceexceptional.podbean.com/
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EduNurture with Elizabeth embraces the art and science of learning, exploring how to capture the heart, engage the mind, and change the brain. Leveraging cognitive science, educational psychology, best practices in education, and a life-long passion for developing the potential in every learner, she investigates the constellation of strengths and weaknesses that make each learner unique as well as how to help every individual cultivate skills for school and life success. A former classroom t ...
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Welcome to Mindset- TomlinTherapy: 10 Top Tips—the podcast that helps you think about life, hopefully gain some interesting insight. Each episode, we will break down ten simple, powerful tips to improve your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being and find ways to deal with things you may be struggling with. I’m Lee, a psychotherapist with years of experience in counselling and mental health. I’ve worked in gambling support programs in collaboration with Crown Casino and Lottery West in P ...
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Changing the face of homeschooling like a match to a beautiful flame. AnySchoolers gives secular, inclusive support for homeschooling families who need physical, emotional and relational safety, no matter where and how they school, through direct education, caregiver peer collaboration, resources, networking with other agencies, and social connections. Strike a match with us.
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Neuroversity provides a space to educate ourselves and others about neurodiversity, to elevate the experiences of the neurodivergent, to be a source of support for members and allies of this community, and to help move the culture towards valuing and including diverse neurological conditions. This is a space where questions are welcomed and encouraged and honoring individual experiences is the number one rule.
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Lee Tomlin (Psychotherapeutic Counsellor) bring you MindSet Podcast. She will aim to focus on counselling/therapy in a relaxed manner, in the hope that by talking about different areas of counselling and issues relating too, she will help in lifting its profile and promoting its efficacy. She will be speaking alone and at times with interesting, skilled and passionate healers as well as people from a variety of backgrounds. To contact Lee: [email protected] or [email protected] We ...
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Explore psychology theory at a deep, meaningful, professional level. Connect your interests in self-help, performance, business, parenting, relationships, and more by working with theories in a way that allows you to actually USE THEM immediately. Take an online course with Hollitown, and join one of our Smarty Pants Clubs. And, purchase Hollitown training workbooks on Amazon to compliment your experience! Students have already reported some amazing personal results. Visit www.HollitownPsych ...
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145: Medical Insights That Transform Learning & Behavior
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58:15Feeling overwhelmed by constant IEP meetings, doctor visits, and behavior struggles? Join Wendy Taylor as she interviews developmental-behavioral pediatrician Dr. Amir Miodovnik—an expert who trained at Boston Children’s and Kennedy Krieger—on how medical factors like sleep, anxiety, and ADHD shape learning and behavior. Discover how to transform y…
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How to make mornings easier for ADHD brains
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24:07Mornings can be chaos, especially when neurodivergence is part of the mix — for your kids or for you. This week, we’re joined by Jon Zeitlin from HabitCoach, who’s been in the thick of it. Jon and his son both have ADHD, so they’ve had to build routines that work for brains like theirs. Spoiler: It starts the night before. HabitCoach helps neurodiv…
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This episode of 'Mind the Kids - When Sleep & Anxiety Collide' is hosted by Mark Tebbs, who is joined by Liga Eihentale, an early career research scientist at Florida International University, whose work focuses on anxiety, memory, and sleep in peri-adolescence. The conversation centres around Liga’s recent paper titled 'Anxiety severity in peri-ad…
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In this episode, Ryan Saad and Romina Massa dive into Pink Floyd’s The Great Gig in the Sky—the wordless, gut-punch howl from The Dark Side of the Moon. No lyrics. No clear story. Just Claire Torry wailing her soul out in a single take. And yet, somehow, it says everything. We unpack why this track hits so hard for neurodivergent listeners, how mus…
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S3 Ep6: Mind the Kids - Behind the Tears: The Surprising Role of Genetics in Infant Crying
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17:23Welcome to Mind The Kids, hosted by Mark Tebbs. In this episode, Mark sits down with Dr. Charlotte Viktorsson, a behavioural genetics researcher at Uppsala University, to explore the genetic and environmental influences on infant sleep and crying. Drawing on findings from a major study involving nearly 1,000 sets of Swedish twins, they discuss how …
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144: Different Thinkers: Turning a Diagnosis into Empowerment
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50:22In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor sits down with pediatric neuropsychologists Dr. Yael Rothman and Dr. Katia Fredriksen—co-authors of the Different Thinkers children’s book series—to explore how families can help children understand diagnoses with compassion and clarity. With a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming…
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🧠Why Improving Number Sense Isn't Just Intervention🧠
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1:25Why do students know the answer in their heads but miss it on paper? 🤔 Brian’s story shows the disconnect between conceptual thinking and procedural math. Discover how the Mastery Math Method bridges the gap 👉 Register for the FREE Masterclass: https://disabilitylabs.com/calendarBy Cheri Dotterer
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Why do students know the answer in their heads but miss it on paper? 🤔 Brian’s story shows the disconnect between conceptual thinking and procedural math. Discover how the Mastery Math Method bridges the gap 👉 Register for the FREE Masterclass: https://disabilitylabs.com/calendarBy Cheri Dotterer
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When kids say “I’m stupid”: How to rebuild confidence and self-esteem
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23:24As a parent, it’s heartbreaking to hear your child say “I’m stupid.” Whether it comes after a tough day at school, a frustrating homework session, or a comment that hit the wrong nerve, that feeling can really stick. Dr. Kristin Carothers joins us to unpack where this kind of negative self-talk comes from. What’s happening beneath the surface? And …
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Every Stakeholder's Role in Strong Classrooms
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0:52Why do students know the answer in their heads but miss it on paper? 🤔 Brian’s story shows the disconnect between conceptual thinking and procedural math. Discover how the Mastery Math Method bridges the gap 👉 Register for the FREE Masterclass: https://disabilitylabs.com/calendarBy Cheri Dotterer
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S3 Ep5: Mind the Kids - Engaging Dads: The Power of Online Parenting Interventions
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29:57In this episode of Mind The Kids, host Mark Tebbs speaks with Dr. Lucy Tully and Dr. Simon Rice about the development and impact of "Family Man," an innovative, online, father-inclusive parenting program designed to reduce child conduct problems. Findings can be found in ACAMH’s Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry – JCPP - ‘An online, father…
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143: Building Independence One Microstep at a Time
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1:03:52In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, Wendy Taylor sits down with Kristin Lombardi, MA, BCBA, founder of Zeal Behavior Analysis, and Dr. Christine Drew, BCBA-D, Assistant Professor at Auburn University, to discuss their groundbreaking book, Spectrum of Independence: How to Teach Your Neurodiverse Child Daily Life Skills. Kristin and Christi…
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Cate speaks to Nicola Rose about Magnetosphere, a new movie about a teenage girl with synesthesia. They talk about what synesthesia is and what it means to see yourself represented in the media you consume.By Cate Dunn
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S3 Ep4: Mind the Kids - Rewilding Childhood: Why Nature Matters in Mental Health
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35:21In this episode of Mind the Kids, ‘Rewilding Childhood: Why Nature Matters in Mental Health’ host Mark Tebbs sits down with Dr. Nicole Harris, educational psychologist and lead author of a major systematic review on nature connectedness in children and young people. Together, they explore why fostering a felt relationship with nature—beyond simply …
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Making Math Stick_ Enhancing Education Quality
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1:2592% of students showed growth using this Tier 1 math method. Want to see how? Join our free masterclass for teachers + OTs. Register here: https://disabilitylabs.com/calendar #MasteryMathMethod #Tier1Interventions #NeurodiverseLearningBy Cheri Dotterer
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In this episode, I am joined by Sharon Collon from The Functional Family. We discuss ADHD coaching and how it works to support students living with ADHD, their teachers and families. We focus on practical strategies for supporting executive function, increasing engagement, dealing with emotions, and solving predictable problems. Sharon is an award-…
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When Does Our Number Sense Peak_ The Surprising Age Revealed!.
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1:1692% of students showed growth using this Tier 1 math method. Want to see how? Join our free masterclass for teachers + OTs. Register here: https://disabilitylabs.com/calendar #MasteryMathMethod #Tier1Interventions #NeurodiverseLearningBy Cheri Dotterer
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Breaking the Emotional Rollercoaster in Math Classrooms
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1:1992% of students showed growth using this Tier 1 math method. Want to see how? Join our free masterclass for teachers + OTs. Register here: https://disabilitylabs.com/calendar #MasteryMathMethod #Tier1Interventions #NeurodiverseLearningBy Cheri Dotterer
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Redefining Math Class_ It's All About Brain Strengthening!
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1:2292% of students showed growth using this Tier 1 math method. Want to see how? Join our free masterclass for teachers + OTs. Register here: https://disabilitylabs.com/calendar #MasteryMathMethod #Tier1Interventions #NeurodiverseLearningBy Cheri Dotterer
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What happens when we stop talking about kids with learning differences — and start listening to them? Kids are the experts in their own experience. When we truly listen, we all learn. Today we’re joined by 15-year-old Caris, a smart and determined teen with dyslexia, and her dad, Kevin. In this honest conversation, they talk about the everyday chal…
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92% of students showed growth using this Tier 1 math method. Want to see how? Join our free masterclass for teachers + OTs. Register here: https://disabilitylabs.com/calendar #MasteryMathMethod #Tier1Interventions #NeurodiverseLearningBy Cheri Dotterer
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S3 Ep3: Mind the Kids - The Human Side of Data: Lessons from the STADIA Study
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34:02In this episode of Mind The Kids, host Mark Tebbs welcomes Professor Kapil Sayal from the University of Nottingham, to explore the landmark STADIA trial, which was published in ACAMH’s Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry (JCPP) https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.14090. Together, they unravel how standardized diagnostic assessments, like the DAWBA,…
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Rethinking Curriculum_ The Journey of Learning
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1:1092% of students showed growth using this Tier 1 math method. Want to see how? Join our free masterclass for teachers + OTs. Register here: https://disabilitylabs.com/calendar #MasteryMathMethod #Tier1Interventions #NeurodiverseLearningBy Cheri Dotterer
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S3 Ep2: Mind the Kids - Is air pollution harming our children’s minds?
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32:42Join host Mark Tebbs as he welcomes Dr. Silvia Alemany, a leading researcher in psychiatry and environmental health, for a compelling conversation about the hidden ways our surroundings shape children’s minds. In this Mind the Kids episode, ‘Is Air Pollution Harming Our Children’s Minds?’ listeners are taken on a journey through the latest research…
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Child psychologist explains how kids' therapy works - and if your child needs it
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32:47There’s a lot of talk these days — on social media and in parenting circles — about kids and therapy. But with all the noise, it can be hard to know what’s true and what actually applies to your child. Psychologist (and friend of the pod) Dr. Andy Kahn joins us today to clear up any confusion. He unpacks common questions and offers honest, stigma-f…
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S3 Ep1: Mind the Kids - Monitoring versus Knowing: Rethinking the Parent-Child Dynamics
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32:09In this episode of Mind The Kids, our host for this series is Mark Tebbs who welcomes Isabel Aks and Professor William Pelham from the University of California, San Diego, for an insightful conversation on “Monitoring versus Knowing: Rethinking the Parent-Child Dynamics.” Drawing on their recent research published in JCPP Advances (https://doi.org/…
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142: How Will the General Education Teacher Know What’s in My Child’s IEP?
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8:50In this solo episode of The Special Ed Strategist, Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, unpacks a question many parents whisper with concern: How will the general education teacher know—and follow—my child’s IEP? Discover what the law requires, what often happens in practice, and proactive ways you can bridge the gap between the IEP document and daily classr…
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The Safe House Framework with Valli Jones
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1:14:37Full Show Notes available at dyscastia.com In this episode, I talk with Valli Jones, a clinical psychologist from Queensland, about what it means to create a safe learning environment for students who live with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties. We focus on the idea that students learn best when they feel safe — not just physi…
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S2 Ep8: Mind the Kids - Dysgraphia and neurodevelopmental disorders: Insights from research
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26:40Join ACAMH Young Person Ambassador Clara Faria as she speaks with Associate Professor Thomas Gargot, a leading expert in technology-driven mental health solutions for children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions. Professor Gargot, winner of the 2024 ACAMH Digital Innovation Award for Best Digital Intervention, delves into his pionee…
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141: Listener Favorite: Complex Kids: Navigating Autism, ADHD & Anxiety with Dr. Dan Shapiro
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53:24Understanding your child's unique behaviors can feel overwhelming—but clarity is possible. In this empowering, listener-favorite episode from our archives, host Wendy Taylor welcomes Dr. Dan Shapiro, renowned developmental-behavioral pediatrician, author, and founder of the Parent Child Journey. Dr. Shapiro demystifies the complexities of autism, A…
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Watch full episode here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c0dfb56By Cheri Dotterer
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Every CEO Should Be More Like Paddington Bear
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19:17What if we told you the best leadership model… wears a red hat and carries marmalade in his pocket? In this episode of Chaos Connectors, Ryan makes the case that Paddington Bear is the ideal CEO—and Paddington 2 is the ultimate masterclass in values-driven leadership. From transforming a toxic prison culture to outshining his theatrical villain (he…
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Watch full episode here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c0dfb56By Cheri Dotterer
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Watch full episode here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c0dfb56By Cheri Dotterer
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Watch full episode here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c0dfb56By Cheri Dotterer
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From the archives: Back-to-school action plan
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20:14It’s hard to believe, but back-to-school is almost upon us! We’re bringing back a favorite episode to help kick off the school year. Hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek chat with DeJunne’ Clark Jackson — education consultant, parent advocate, and mom of two. She shares smart, doable strategies for setting goals and easing back-to-school stress…
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Watch full episode here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c0dfb56By Cheri Dotterer
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S2 Ep7: Mind the Kids - Navigating Eating Disorders Trauma in CAMHS
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35:28In this Mind The Kids podcast junior doctor Clara Faria brings listeners into the heart of child and adolescent mental health care. In this episode, Clara welcomes Dr. Robyn McCarron, consultant psychiatrist at Cambridge’s Darwin Centre, for a candid conversation about the realities and challenges of inpatient care for young people. Trigger warning…
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The Trade-Off Between Efficiency and Number Sense in Math Education
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0:55Watch full episode here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c0dfb56By Cheri Dotterer
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140: Is Pull-Out Support Helping or Hurting? Navigating Special Ed Services with Clarity
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9:02Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P and special education strategist, alongside guest Jackie Beach—early childhood expert and founder of Rally Family Support—as they unpack the real impact of pull-out vs. push-in services. Are students gaining what they need or missing what matters most? This episode is part of our 12-week, parent-focused summer series …
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Prioritizing Number Sense Over Immediate Accuracy in Math Education
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1:04Watch full episode here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c0dfb56By Cheri Dotterer
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Jurassic Park is Neurodivergent Parenting
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31:41Romina makes the bold claim that all seven Jurassic Park movies are really about what it’s like to be a neurodivergent parent. The sensory chaos. The constant anxiety. The feeling that everything’s about to go sideways—and you're just trying to make it work with this damn kid. From velociraptor meltdowns to T. rex-sized guilt, we unpack how dino di…
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S2 Ep6: Mind the Kids - From Generation to Generation: Mentorship and Legacy in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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30:09Welcome to Mind the Kids, the podcast where we dive into the journeys, innovations, and global perspectives shaping child and adolescent mental health. Your host is Clara Faria, an academic clinical fellow in child and adolescent psychiatry at the University of Cambridge. In this special episode, Clars talks to Professor Andrés Martin, Riva Riella …
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Summer’s in full swing and routines are out the window, which can be both fun — and frustrating! That’s why we’re replaying this episode with psychologist Dr. Andy Kahn, who shares practical, low-stress tips for surviving and thriving this summer. From managing screen time to making travel more manageable with kids who learn and think differently, …
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