
Mental (Dis)Order
Hosted by Board-Certified Pediatric Neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPDN, "Mental (Dis)Order" aims to provide clarity and direction for anyone who seeks answers and information related to neuropsychological assessment, interventions, and general well-being. This podcast is intended to be a collaborative approach to understanding, questioning, and learning, rather than a purely didactic experience. Dr. Fontanetta has a pediatric neuropsychology practice in Southern Connecticut (soconeuropsych.com).
Podcasting since 2025 • 12 episodes
Mental (Dis)Order
Latest Episodes
Episode 11: Porn on the Brain
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Trish Leigh discuss porn use and addiction in the present day as well as advice and interventions for children and teens.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the order in the disorder of mental health information ...
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Episode 11
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45:26

Episode 10: Adoption is Trauma not "Drama"
Dr. Fontanetta and Connor Howe discuss the complexities of adoption, associated diagnosis, trauma, misinformation, and the lived experience.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the order in the disorder of mental health information by s...
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Episode 10
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50:56

Episode 9: Gifted Wisdom
Dr. Fontanetta and Erin Vanek discuss all things giftedness including whether you should tell your child they are gifted, what parenting styles are best, and when to consider outplacement for school.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting ...
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Episode 9
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35:05

Episode 8: Some Clarity on Vision Therapies
Dr. Fontanetta and Rebecca Warner discuss the efficacy of vision therapy, dyslexic fonts, and specialized glasses for dyslexia as well as Rebecca's advocacy work.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the order in the disorder of mental h...
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Episode 8
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33:35

Episode 7: Social Media: #Misinformation
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Jonathan Stea discuss the implications of social media on mental health. We talk TikTok trends, influencers, pseudoscience, social contagion, and self-diagnosis.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the order in th...
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Episode 7
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