Non Linear Learning - Rethinking Education for Neurodivergent Learners

In this episode, we explore the concept of the 'alarm state' in children and why what we perceive as behavior might actually be a response to stress and overwhelm. We will also learn specific tools to support your children when they are in that alarm state.

Michelle Brown, Herbalist, Functional Nutrition Practitioner and Biology of Trauma Practitioner leads us to understand the different states of our kids' nervous systems when they are stressed.

We discuss how to recognize these states, build resources into your daily life, and provide sensory support for your child.

Topics Covered:

• Child behavior as a response to stress and overwhelm. 0:00
• Childhood overwhelm and shutdown responses. 4:58
• Managing childhood overwhelm and building resilience. 9:55
• Autism and sensory overload. 15:16
• Managing overwhelm and chronic freeze response in moms. 20:00
• Supporting children's nervous systems. 24:17
• Addressing biochemical imbalances in children. 29:07

Connect:

• Find Vaish at www.drvaishsarathy.com and www.instagram.com/drvaishsarathy
• Find Michelle at www.botanacea.com

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Description:

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of CBD and its potential benefits for children with disabilities with Dr. Bonni Goldstein. CBD is being increasingly used as a viable and safe therapy for seizures, behavior, and just regulation in general.

Join us as we explore the science, stories, and practical considerations surrounding CBD use for children, specifically Autistic children.

Audience:

This episode is designed for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities.

Key Takeaways:

• CBD benefits for pediatric patients with epilepsy. 2:35

• Using CBD and THC for treating epilepsy and autism. 7:32

• CBD dosing for Autistic kids. 12:47

• CBD side-effects for Autistic children. 17:38

• Caution and testimony. 29:31

• Resources 40:27

Host(s):

• Hosted by Vaish Sarathy, Ph.D. [Functional Nutrition for Kids]
• Special guest: Dr. Bonni Goldstein, M.D., Cannabis Medicine Specialist

Connect with Us:

• www.instagram.com/drvaishsarathy

Support the Show: If you find our content valuable, please subscribe and share with other parents who may be intersted. We appreciate your reviews and feedback to help us improve our content.

Additional Resources Mentioned:

• Cannabis is Medicine - Book by Dr. Goldstein
• Hope Grows for Autism
• Whole Plants Access for Autism
• To find healthcare practitioners knowledgeable about cannabinoid medicine, visit www.canna-centers.com

In this episode, we talk about what a severe learning disability actually is and how can you reduce it. There are other terms used for it like "low-functioning", severely autistic, severe intellectual delay.

Very few of the labels actually go into the root cause of the issue.

In this issue, you will learn:

1. What a severe delay/ disability actually means
2. What you can do to reduce the severity
3. How to move ahead.

Sign up for my FREE training where I share Behind the Scenes Wisdom and Secrets about how I teach Math and Science to children labeled with "severe" disabilities. You can sign up at the link in my bio which is www.functionalnutritionforkids.com/teachyourchild

In Episode 120, Dr. Erica Peirson and I discuss the potential risks and concerns associated with carbohydrate restrictive diets, particularly for children.

CAUTION: If you / your child is already on a restrictive diet, especially for medical needs, please do not make changes without the support and Ok of a medical / nutritional professional as the case may be. This conversation is for educational purposes only. Restrictive diets are hard and tricky, so make sure you have someone by your side who knows what they are doing, and who can help you navigate.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Purpose of the GAPS diet. 2:48
• Why GAPS can fail your child? 9:12
• Restrictive diets that restrict carbohydrates. 14:57
• The story of a child who turned around when carbs were introduced. 17:54
• Respect for the child and their body. 22:56
• What to do about the fear of sugar and carbs. 29:12
• Gut motility and the microbiome. 37:03
• How to figure out grains and gluten? 42:06

You can find Dr. Peirson HERE. She is also on Instagram and Facebook. Here's the article referenced.

How GAPS can fail your child by Judy Converse.

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Non-Linear Education taught by Vaish Sarathy, Ph.D. [How to teach any child with an Intellectual Delay] will soon be open for enrollment.

What does adding a Movement Therapy do to a child's learning and communication? I chatted with Sonia Story and Lili Turns out quite a lot.

Welcome to Functional Nutrition and Learning for kids - the podcast where we explore learning and education for kids with disabilities such as Down syndrome and Autism from inside out.

In this podcast, you will learn:

• Why communication may be stalled due to dis regulation
• What neurodevelopmental and integrative movements can do to support regulation
• How adding more than one complementary technique can transform a child's growth
• The difference between behavior and compensation.

This is a pretty phenomenal episode, and here are some links if you want to know Sonia and Lili more.

Brain and Sensory Foundations course

Case Studies, Inspiring Stories and Research

47 pages of Evidence on brain-based movements for transforming challenges

In addition, just for nervous moms, I have created a 10-step free resource to help you make most of your child's return to school this year.

If you are nervous about another year with IEPs and going Back-To-School within a special ed system, check out my free resource at www.functionalnutritionforkids.com/backtoschool

How does intelligence work again? We don't know. But we do know the ONE technique, the ONE process that can help your child (and you) develop nuanced thinking skills, critical thought, an engaged mind, and an active brain - things we regard as intelligence.

It is widely known in all circles, with all cognitive experts, AND even with employers to help build engagement in their companies, but the people that should be using these - TEACHERS, and PARENTS don't often use this.

In this episode, Dr. Vaish Sarathy tells you exactly what to do to build your student's complex thinking skills.

If you want to explore how lesson plans may look for you with this idea, please DM Vaish at www.instagram.com/drvaishsarathy

You can also access her free ebook on Learning Strategies that Actually Work here.

In Episode 117, join Dr. Vaish Sarathy and Dr. Mary Wilde as they delve into the topic of anxiety in children. Discover practical strategies and insights to support mental well-being and empower children to thrive. We will:

• Explore how anxiety doesn't define a child's identity and learn tools to equip them for success

• Uncover the contributing factors to the anxiety epidemic, including social media and unfiltered information

• Delve into 4 essential pillars of well-being

• Explore the mind-body-spirit connection and the importance of cultivating safety and security

You can reach Dr. Wilde at drmarywilde.com or connect on Insta at @drmarywilde.

Dr. Wilde is sharing her free notes titled: "Your Road to Calm: Stress Detox for the Modern Family" by clicking HERE.

If you are looking to address Anxiety through Gut Health, you can find 5 powerful tools in my Free Ebook here: www.drvaishsarathy.com/guthealth

What questions remain in your mind? Send me a DM on Insta www.instagram.com/drvaishsarathy

Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child's doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.

The biggest variable in communication for Autistic kids / adults is REGULATION. In today's podcast Casey DePriest explains Polyvagal Theory and how this explains behavior and regulation in our kids.

Make sure to tune in now to learn:

1. What is the difference between a top-down and bottom-up approach to behavior?

2. Why asking a child to change their behavior doesn't work

3. The 3 types of movement challenges that Autistic kids face

4. How do music and rhythm impact our children's movement

5. Why regulation is the most important part of communication

And much more!

You can find Casey at www.optimalaccess.org

You can download 6 learning strategies/ hacks for your kid with Autism here:

www.drvaishsarathy.com/learning

Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child's doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.

Episode 115 with Dr. Christine Houghton is a SULFORAPHANE SPOTLIGHT EPISODE.

You will learn:

1. Why sulforaphane is an effective gateway therapeutic molecule,

2. How it can be used to build up gut healing in patients,

3. Why food doesn't work instead of supplements in this case, and

4. What dosing looks like

5. Why you shouldn't just overload on broccoli

Sit back, relax and let's jump into Sulphoraphane. In the meantime, you can find Dr. Houghton on www.cell-logic.com.au, and you can find gut health tidbits at www.functionalnutritionforkids.com/guthealth

Please consider leaving me a review on your favorite podcast platform and share this episode with your friends and family. Thanks for listening!

Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child's doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.

Welcome to Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids, the podcast that helps parents and practitioners support their children's growth and development through gut health, functional nutrition principles, and effective learning strategies.

In this episode, host Dr. Vaish Sarathy speaks with Animesh Kumar, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Ocean Friends, a company that uses cutting-edge AI to help families manage nutrition and behavior for children with Autism.

Animesh shares his personal story of struggle in finding the right care for his son with Autism, and how this led him to develop an innovative solution to help families track their child's food intake without the burden of traditional food logs and diaries. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Visit www.oceanfriends.ai to learn more and get started.

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Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child's doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.