A woman with ADHD describes her attention span like an untrained puppy on its first walk. Her mind chaotically darts between tasks and ideas, making it difficult to stay focused. Forcing focus becomes incredibly draining. #ADHD #MentalHealth #AttentionSpan #Focus #Analogy
It's not uncommon for neurodivergent people to find it harder to understand what's going on inside their body and read those signals. Recognizing internal cues, like being tired, can be difficult, leading to crashes or meltdowns. #neurodiversity #interoception #sensoryprocessing
Kate and Dave dive into the complexities surrounding anxiety in neurodivergent children, particularly focusing on the role of the amygdala in their emotional responses. They discuss how neurodivergent people may experience heightened anxiety due to their brain interpreting everyday stimuli as threats, triggering a fight, flight, or freeze response. Kate…
Kids often appear calm, like a swan gliding on water. But beneath the surface, they're working incredibly hard to keep it all together. Recognizing this effort is vital for parents. #parentingtips #emotionalhealth #kids #childhood #wellbeing
Discover how routines provide comfort and security for neurodivergent individuals. A structured environment, like a school day, can alleviate anxiety by offering a sense of what to expect. #neurodiversity #autism #mentalhealth
Kate and Dave dive into the complexities of life that can be both stressful and rejuvenating, focusing particularly on the experiences of neurodivergent children. They discuss how the love of God drives us to work hard on understanding and caring for our children. They highlight the importance of understanding attention…
Model asking for adaptations. Show kids what it looks like to adapt and regulate themselves. This helps them face the world with resilience, even when things get overwhelming. #adaptations #resilience #parenting
Discover how a sensory toolkit helps kids manage overwhelming feelings. One mom adapted her home by minimizing disruptive sounds, like appliance beeps, creating a more peaceful environment for her children. #sensorytoolkit #kidsanxiety #calmingtechniques #parentingtips
Recognizing and naming a child's emotions builds awareness and reduces anxiety. Understanding triggers, like music or light, lets caregivers help kids navigate their feelings and feel understood. It creates awareness around emotion. #emotionalintelligence #parentingtips #childdevelopment #anxietyrelief
Is adapting your home environment beneficial for children preparing to face an unadapted world? Research indicates a resounding yes. A supportive home can reduce triggers and overwhelm, helping kids re-energize. #parenting #children #homeenvironment #family #spoonTheory
Neurodivergent individuals often process the world in ways that drain their energy. Sensory input can either deplete or replenish their resources. For parents, understanding this is crucial to support their children's mental well-being and help them manage their energy levels. #sensoryprocessing #neurodiversity #mentalhealth #parenting #energy #awareness
Today’s discussion revolves around the intricate world of sensory processing differences, an essential topic for families with neurodivergent children. Kate and Dave dive into how sensory experiences can significantly affect children's ability to enjoy outings, such as trips to the zoo or playgrounds, often leading to unexpected meltdowns. They emphasize…
God knits us together, showing we're never alone, even when parenting feels overwhelming. Remember, we are loved and supported on this journey. #faith #parenting #inspiration #Christianity
Parents should love their children in ways that work for them. Complete energy depletion can have enormous short and long-term impacts on mental health. Get alongside your children, observe, and reflect with them. #parenting #children #mentalhealth #love
Kate Morris and Dave Whittingham delve into the concept of the energy bank in this enlightening episode, exploring what fuels children's energy and what depletes it. They introduce the spoon theory, a metaphor illustrating how individuals have varying amounts of energy represented by spoons, which can be spent throughout the…
Even when approaching life as a parent, remember that all followers of Jesus are God's children. He knows your faults and struggles, and He created you. Depend on His love and guidance. #faith #God #inspiration #love #creator #shorts
Christianity teaches that differences are a blessing. God tells us in the Bible that we are all valuable and made to be different. Together, we operate in the body of Christ. #bodyofchrist #christianity #bible #diversity #inclusion #blessing
Parental love goes beyond the ordinary. Understanding children as God made them brings joyful discovery amidst challenges. It's about working with them, not overturning their creation, and learning to enjoy God's unique design in each child. #parenting #faith #joy #discovery #creation
Explore neurodivergence and parenting through a biblical lens. We're offering bite-size insights, real-life experiences, current research, and practical tips for today's challenges. #neurodivergence #parenting #Bible #research #tips
Today, we’re diving into wonderful world of God’s comfort for parents of neurodivergent kids. We’ve all felt that overwhelming mix of joy and challenge that comes with raising children who see the world a bit differently, and we’re here to explore how faith plays a huge role in that journey.…
Neurodivergence, Family and Faith is a podcast for Christian parents raising neurodivergent kids, and for the churches and friends who walk alongside them. Each episode offers practical tools, grounded in research and shaped by the wisdom of the Bible. Hosts Kate Morris and Dave Whittingham draw on their backgrounds in…