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EP 99 Support Neurodiverse Children: Executive Functioning, Emotional Triggers & Holistic Learning

May 19, 2025 • Shauna Buno • Season 2 • Episode 99

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In this insightful episode, Shauna sits down with Andi to explore the unique challenges and rewards of parenting neurodiverse children. Together, they dive into the struggles families face when navigating traditional educational systems, the gaps in classroom support, and how understanding the root causes of behavioral triggers can lead to more compassionate and effective solutions.

They also break down the importance of recognizing specific executive functioning challenges, how these affect learning and emotional regulation, and why a holistic approach to education is key. From managing big emotions and building supportive social circles to identifying brain-based learning needs, this conversation is filled with actionable insights for parents, teachers, and caregivers alike.

What You’ll Learn:

The challenges of accommodating diverse learning needs in traditional classrooms
Why executive functioning is critical to a child’s success both academically and socially
How to spot the specific cognitive struggles affecting your child
The role of executive functioning coaches and how they help bridge educational gaps
How to better support neurodivergent children emotionally and socially
What to look for in a comprehensive executive functioning course

Key Topics Covered:

Executive functioning and child development
Understanding behavioral triggers in neurodiverse kids
Holistic teaching approaches
Social skills support for neurodivergent children
Emotional regulation tools for kids
Brain-based education and cognitive diversity

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