Diverse Thinking
Different Learning
A ChildNEXUS Podcast
Child neuropsychologist, Dr. Karen Wilson, shares information about learning differences and interviews experts who help children and adolescents with learning differences, neurodevelopmental disorders and social and emotional difficulties achieve their full potential.
Learning and thinking differences and emotional struggles (such as anxiety) keep children and adolescents from reaching their full potential. This show is designed to educate, inform, and share information so that parents and educators can be equipped with the knowledge and strategies they need to help students thrive.
The Diverse Thinking • Different Learning Podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are not considered treatment and do not necessarily reflect those of ChildNEXUS, Inc or Dr. Karen Wilson.
Newest episode
Ep. 109: IEP and 504 Plan Q&A with Vickie Brett and Amanda Selogie
Returning to the podcast today are Vickie Brett and Amanda Selogie in a unique collaboration episode that will also air on the Inclusive Education Project (IEP) Podcast. Through my experience as a clinical neuropsychologist specializing in pediatric assessments,...
Past episodes
Ep. 96: Why Early Intervention is Important with Tania Abouezzeddine
Why is intervention, particularly early intervention, so important? The answer is brain plasticity, which is the brain’s ability to change, reorganize, and even develop more efficient pathways for processing information. Research into the neurological bases of...
Ep. 95: Hope for a New School Year with Lindsay Recknell
How are you feeling about this new upcoming school year? Would you say you feel hopeful about it? Now it is really important to feel hopeful about the upcoming school year, but it isn’t enough to just hope that your child or client will have a better school year....
Ep. 94: Back to School: Key Principles of Homework with Josh Horwatt
Many argue that homework is not all that important in the grand scheme of things. Research actually shows that it has little to no beneficial effect on learning. But of course the independence and organization of schoolwork at home is absolutely helpful in building...
Ep. 93: How Social-Emotional Learning Helps Students Succeed with Jess Corinne
With back to school season quickly approaching, most families are looking for ways to set their children up for success as we settle back into a routine. This looks different for every family and every child, but one thing that everyone should consider is the...
Ep. 92: Executive Functioning Skills Over the Summer with Michelle Porjes
While the summertime is a great time for a break, it is also an opportunity to stretch and practice executive functioning skills. Executive functioning skills are often connected to success at school, but in reality, they are necessary for all aspects of life....
Ep. 91: Key Principles for Raising a Child with ADHD with Dr. Russell A. Barkley
In today’s episode, we are revisiting an episode about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with the incredible Dr. Russell Barkley. He has officially retired this year after a career in making significant contributions to understanding ADHD. I was...