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EPISODE · May 14, 2026

Why can a child explain black holes but struggle to put on their socks?

from Living on the Spectrum · host Living on the Spectrum

A child may explain the intricacies of a black hole while having a total meltdown because their socks feel wrong. - The "asynchrony" of twice-exceptional development - Physical brain changes triggered by childhood bullying - Co-regulation: becoming a nervous system anchor - Dyscalculia and the "forgotten" learning disability - Practical executive function hacks for the college dorm Discover how a calm adult’s melodic tone can physically signal a child’s brain to exit survival mode and start learning again.

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