Why We Cry In IEP Meetings
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
Release Date: 12/21/2018
Tantrum...or Meltdown
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
Tantrums and meltdowns can look very similar, especially when a child is in the middle of having one. In this episode, hosts Amanda Morin and Bob Cunningham break down the differences and hear directly from kids who share what meltdowns feel like to them. Then hear from mom Amanda LaFond about recognizing—and managing—her son’s meltdowns. Understood is dedicated to shaping a world where millions of people who learn and think differently can thrive at home, at school, and at work. Learn more and connect with other families who are “In It”: u.org/podcast Copyright © 2020...
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ADHD in Black Children: “In It” With Dr. Tumaini Coker
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
What are the unique challenges Black families face when it comes to having kids with ADHD? In this episode, hosts Amanda Morin and Bob Cunningham speak with Dr. Tumaini Coker, an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Washington and director of research at Seattle Children’s Center for Diversity and Health Equity, about her unique perspective as a researcher, pediatrician, and mom to twin boys with ADHD. Then, hear from a college student, Xavier, about how his ADHD diagnosis shaped who he is today. Understood is dedicated to shaping a world where millions of people who...
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This Is How We Make It Through
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
In an article for the New York Times, Andrew Solomon wrote, “The fact that you wouldn’t have chosen something doesn’t mean you can’t find joyful meaning in it.” In this episode, hosts Amanda Morin and Bob Cunningham hear from families about the (sometimes unexpected) ways that joy creeps into everyday life—even on the most challenging days. From learning to ride a bike (as an adult!) to making fart noises at the dinner table, this is how families with kids who learn and think differently make it through. Understood is dedicated to shaping a world where millions of...
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ADHD in Girls: Overlooked?
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
ADHD is just as common in girls as it is in boys. So why are girls diagnosed less often? And why do signs of ADHD in girls tend to get overlooked? In this episode, hosts Amanda Morin and Bob Cunningham hear from parents who initially missed signs of ADHD in their daughters. They also hear from a fellow Understood team member about being diagnosed with ADHD when she was 30—and how it changed her perception of herself. Understood is dedicated to shaping a world where millions of people who learn and think differently can thrive at home, at school, and at work. Learn more...
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When Your Kid Is Hard to Like
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
Parents rarely admit it, but sometimes our kids are hard to like. As much as we love our children, they don’t always act in ways that match our expectations. In this episode, hosts Amanda Morin and Bob Cunningham talk about how having trouble connecting with your child is a perfectly normal part of parenting. Understood is dedicated to shaping a world where millions of people who learn and think differently can thrive at home, at school, and at work. Learn more about “In It” at u.org/podcast. Copyright © 2020 Understood.org USA LLC. All rights reserved.
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Why Let Your Child Fail?
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
Is it ever OK to let your child fail? It can be difficult to see your child try something and fail. But sometimes FAIL stands for “First Attempt At Learning.” In this episode, hosts Amanda Morin and Bob Cunningham speak with a mom, Meg, about how her son declined his IEP, allowing him to step back and learn from his failures. Meg also talks about the difference between being accountable for your mistakes and being at fault for them. Understood is dedicated to shaping a world where millions of people who learn and think differently can thrive at home, at school, and at work. Learn more...
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Let’s Hear From the Dads
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
What’s it like to be a dad who’s “In It”? In this episode, hosts Amanda Morin and Bob Cunningham take a moment to hear from and celebrate dads of kids who learn and think differently. Find out how some dads are treated differently than moms (and by moms). We also hear from Khalil, a dad with dyslexia, on how he’s parenting differently than his father did. Understood is dedicated to shaping a world where millions of people who learn and think differently can thrive at home, at school, and at work. Learn more about “In It” at u.org/podcast. Copyright © 2020 Understood.org USA LLC....
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When Gifted Kids Need Accommodations, Too
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
Twice-exceptional (or “2E”) kids have learning and thinking differences AND are gifted. In this last episode of Season 1, Lexi and Amanda speak with guests Penny Williams, a parenting trainer and coach, and Debbie Reber, author and creator of TiLT Parenting, about the unique challenges of meeting the needs of 2E children. For these moms, their kids' giftedness doesn't make things easier—it adds a layer of complexity. PLEASE TAKE OUR SEASON 1 LISTENER SURVEY: u.org/podcast Understood is a free resource and online community for parents of kids with learning and...
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Dyscalculia, More Than “Bad at Math”
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
When does being “bad at math” mean something more? For Lily, a Missouri teen with dyscalculia, math struggles go a lot further than math class. On this episode, we go inside Lily’s world and experience the unexpected challenges that pop up because of her math learning disability. Amanda and Lexi talk with expert Daniel Ansari about why dyscalculia is underdiagnosed. And they hear from parents who called in to share what math challenges are like in their family. Understood is a free resource and online community for parents of kids with learning and thinking differences....
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To Disclose…or Not?
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
Who do you tell? When? Telling people your child has ADHD, dyslexia or other learning issues is a big, complicated decision. Hosts Amanda Morin and Lexi Walters Wright talk with families whose experiences range from triumphant to cautionary. Gimlet Media’s Wilson Standish shares why he’s still cautious about disclosing. And expert Manju Banerjee explains how to pass the disclosure torch to your young adult child. Understood is a free resource and online community for parents of kids with learning and thinking differences. Learn more and connect with other...
info_outlineOn this first episode of In It, hosts Amanda Morin and Lexi Walters Wright dig into why emotions tend to run high IEP meetings. They talk with comedian Dena Blizzard about her (very) public reaction to a disappointing IEP meeting. They hear from other parents who gotten emotional when discussing the needs of their kids struggling in school. And they also connect with expert Mark Griffin, Ph.D., about what’s at stake during these meetings.
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