Dynasty Advisor Podcast
Ep. 128: How Deep Learning Can Help Develop Critical Thinking Skills with Jim Hahn and Dr. Jon Cassie
Navigating a complex world is daunting and it becomes even more challenging for people who think and learn differently. These students may struggle in the traditional school environment, particularly with engagement. They might even ask, “What’s the point?” But the...
Ep. 127: How Family Environment Shapes Brain Development with Dr. Jesse Fischer
Research has shown that family environment is a significant predictor of outcomes when it comes to traumatic brain injuries. But how can family environment, things like parenting, intimacy, and communication styles impact outcomes in children and adolescents with...
Ep. 126: Why Self-Awareness and Self-Determination are Important for College Success with Elizabeth Hamblet
Today we welcome back Elizabeth Hamblet, who previously discussed the transition from high school to college in an earlier episode. She’s back today to discuss it further after the publication of her new book Seven Steps to College Success: A Pathway for Students with...
Ep. 125: Does Your Teen Need a Transition Assessment? with Dr. Gwen Palafox
What is a transition assessment, and how do you know if your child needs one? If they do, when do they need it and what does it look like? There are a lot of questions about transition assessments and today we have the perfect guest to answer them all. Today, we...
Ep. 124: A Non-Medication Treatment for Children with ADHD with Dr. Sandra Loo
Many parents hesitate to jump to a medication treatment for their child’s ADHD and ask about alternatives to medication. On this podcast, we have talked about different medication options but also behavioral therapies, mindfulness, and classroom accommodations, but...
Ep. 123: How Decluttering Helps to Manage ADHD Symptoms with Wendy Zanders
For most of us, clutter can become distracting. Now imagine how clutter can impact those who find it difficult to focus all the time. Clutter is so easy to pile up and if we’re feeling disorganized on the outside, it makes us feel cluttered on the inside. Today’s...
Ep. 122: Accommodations for Students Who Struggle with Math with Adrianne Meldrum
Today, we welcome back podcast guest Adrianne Meldrum, founder of Made for Math. In a previous episode, Adrianne and I discussed multisensory interventions for kids who struggle with math, and it was extremely helpful to parents and teachers. This time, we’re talking...
Ep. 121: Task Initiation – Why It’s Hard and Strategies for Success with Jenny Drennan and Hannah Ross
The ability to get started on a task right away even when you don’t feel like doing it is an executive functioning skill for students and adults. And it’s not just an academic skill, it’s a life skill. That’s why it is an important topic and discussing it can help a...