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Believe They Understand: How Expanding Expectations Builds Stronger Brains

Does my autistic or neurodivergent child understand what I’m saying? This is a question so many parents carry quietly, and one I’ve asked myself countless times, as a sister, mother and neurotherapist. In this episode, I share why believing that our children understand, truly und ...  Show more

The Epilogue: A Season of Growth

After 28 episodes, I’m closing this season with a quiet reflection on the voices that shaped this past year: parents, siblings, therapists, educators, and experts. And the ones I hope to hear more from in the next. You’ll hear moments from the most personal interviews, people who ...  Show more

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