Supporting Your Neurodivergent Child at School and Home
Welcome to Supporting Your Neurodivergent Child, where we are learning brains and growing hearts! This podcast is a resource for parents, caregivers, teachers, school clinicians, administrators, or anyone interested in the psychology of learning. Episodes include a variety of formats and topics, such as deep dives on childhood ADHD, autism, anxiety, intellectual disability, and specific learning disorders like dyslexia. Supporting Your Neurodivergent Child is hosted by Ivanna Lukie, a Canadian school psychologist and parent.
Supporting Your Neurodivergent Child at School and Home
88: 5 Simple Ways to Support Working Memory
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Ever felt like you've already said something three times - and it's still not sticking? It's not always about attention or effort, but about working memory.
In this quick, practical episode, I'm breaking down what's really going on when kids struggle to hold onto information, and why repeating yourself in attempts to help them "memorize" isn't the solution. You'll also walk away with 5 simple tips for how to "support smarter" rather than try harder. If you've ever wondered, "Why can't they just do what I asked?" - this episode is for you.
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xo Ivanna
