From Shame to Self-Compassion: Supporting Mental Health, Social Needs and Executive Functioning in Neurodivergent Kids

I'm excited to welcome Dr. Catherine Mutti-Driscoll back to The Autism ADHD Podcast for this special rebroadcast! We are chatting about neurodivergent children and their experience with self-critcism and how this is impacted by social differences, learning needs and executive functioning. Catherine and I also talk about how to move forward with self-compassion.  In This Episode You'll Learn: What brain shame is and how it develops in neurodivergent individuals How executive function challenges are brain-based skills, not character flaws The impact of brain shame on academic performance, social interactions, and home life Catherine and I talk about our journeys. How parent and educator expectations can unintentionally foster brain shame Strategies for combating brain shame and building self-compassion Why understanding your brain's unique wiring is crucial for mental health Sincerely, Holly Blanc Moses - The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist CLICK HERE for Holly's Free Behavior & Social Interaction Guides and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's continuing education trainings for mental health therapists ⭐️Join the Facebook Groups ➡️ Parents, Come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents ➡️ Professionals, Join the Facebook Group for Therapists and Educators  Learn more about Dr. Catherine Mutti-Driscoll