For our first episode, we explain what neurodiversity is, who falls under this description and one of the most important things we’ve learned parenting and working with this population. Join us, as we share why we’re doing a podcast and what you can expect from listening in each week.

Listen in to our interview with well-respected psychologists Abby and Todd. Find out what goes into a comprehensive psychological evaluation, why is it worth investing in a good one, and hear what they say to those wanting to avoid a diagnosis because of fears around labeling their child.

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Join us this week to learn about a wilderness program that uses the outdoor effect and safe struggle to accelerate growth and results. Nichol, the Executive Director of Summit Achievement in Stow, Maine shares how his program's hybrid wilderness model is so effective for taking what students learn outdoors and then applying it in actual life settings. He discusses how they help their students take on challenges, improve their executive functioning skills, handle transitions, learn "tone, tact and timing" and why the pot vaping trend appeals to neurodiverse teens and young adults. We discuss when a wilderness therapy program is appropriate for neurodiverse young people, especially when an outpatient clinical or residential setting isn't working. You'll also gain insights on things you can implement at home.

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In Jason's first solo episode, find out why one of the most successful treatments for neurodiversity actually has nothing to do with treatment. Learn how understanding the developmental model can give you a big start in how to be supportive and ready for which developmental stage that delays really become apparent. This episode sets the stage for what a high school re-do is and why it's often so needed.

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In this episode, we interview Joanna Lilley, a Treatment Placement and Therapeutic Gap Year Consultant, who helps young adults and their families during the important transition time into adulthood. In our discussion we cover what you can't overlook when considering the transition to college or independence, what to expect for a timeline, and things to consider in your planning. We also talk about the various options out there that may be more effective than struggling to follow the typical traditional college plan and timeline. No matter the age of your neurodiverse son or daughter, this episode will help you better prepare for the important adult transition stage.

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In today's episode, part 2, Jason continues to draw from a presentation he gave at a Young Adult Transition Association (YATA) conference. (In case you missed part one, you can hear it on episode 5.) Jason gets to the heart of why we need to throw out the usual timelines for neurodiverse teens and young adults and makes the case for a high school re-do. He takes a hard look at how we may contribute to our teens experiencing secondary and tertiary issues on top of the primary issues associated with a neurodiverse diagnosis. If you are looking for ways to better support your teen, don't miss this episode.

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In this episode, Caitlin shares her insights and tips for better supporting neurodiverse females from her experience as a therapist working at Aspiro Wilderness Program. Neurodiverse females can present a little different from their male counterparts, which may contribute to why they're so often undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. This makes it even more important for us to understand some key differences in how females present and to understand their unique needs. You'll want to share this episode far and wide with anyone parenting or mentoring neurodiverse females.