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).
Episodes
17 episodes
Episode 16: Special Education Knowledge for All!
Dr. Fontanetta and Attorney Melissa Gagne discuss special education laws, advocacy, and common questions/concerns parents have asked.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the order in the disorder of mental health information by sifting ...
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Episode 16
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1:05:21
Episode 15: PANS/PANDA-Monium
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Karina Cañadas (Teach Me Doc) discuss PANS and PANDAS- what are they- how are they diagnosed- what do we know about treatment- and how can we support these children? Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the o...
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Episode 15
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28:48
Episode 14: The Very Troubling, Troubled Teen Industry (TTI)
Dr. Fontanetta and Rebecca Prolman discuss the troubled teen experience and how the "industry" failed so many. Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the order in the disorder of mental health information by sifting through the chaos...
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Episode 14
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1:10:53
Episode 13: The Truth of the (Vaccine) Matter: Autism
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Wendy Hunter (The Pediatrician Next Door) discuss the relationships, facts, and myths associated with Autism including vaccines, Tylenol, genetics, and other factors as well as current safety of vaccine administration.&nb...
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Episode 13
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40:03
Episode 12: Emotional Rollercoaster of Being an Autism Parent
Dr. Fontanetta and Rob Gorski (The Autism Dad) discuss the joys, differences, and challenges of parenting a child with special needs.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the order in the disorder of mental health information by sifting ...
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Episode 12
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50:08
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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47:47
Episode 6: ABA: Miracle or Abuse?
Dr. Fontanetta and Megg Thompson discuss the applied behavior analysis (ABA) debate in the context of autistic voices and recent research.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the order in the disorder of mental health information by sif...
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Episode 6
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42:52
Episode 5: To Report or Not to Report?
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Pryce discuss the complicated decisions within mandated reporting and child welfare as is pertains to psychological assessment, treatment, and ethical/moral codes.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the order in ...
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Episode 5
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38:18
Episode 4: 2e is Me!
Dr. Fontanetta and Julie Skolnik discuss the 2e (twice-exceptional) label in terms of typical profile, strengths and needs, exceptionalities, academic accommodations, and parenting strategies.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). Putting the ord...
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Episode 4
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31:30
Episode 3: Gaming for Good!
Dr. Fontanetta discusses the pros and cons of virtual reality and gaming environments/apps as well as some of the latest research regarding the efficacy for different disorders and types of devices. See below for resources related to the curren...
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Episode 3
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14:42
Episode 2: PDA- Missed Diagnosis or Latest Trend?
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Jennifer Hermes discuss the recently popular diagnosis of pathological demand avoidance. What is it? How is it even diagnosed? Why do children "avoid" demands and what does it look like? How can we best support children w...
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Episode 2
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28:33
Episode 1: The State of DisOrder
Dr. Fontanetta discusses the pros and cons of diagnostic labels as well as some of the latest research and newer models/systems of both causes and symptoms related to mental health struggles. She also provides some helpful things to consider wh...
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Episode 1
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17:47