Special Education Strategist: Learning Disabilities & IEP (Dyslexia, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Parent advocacy), IEP Coach & Educational Therapist Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P

S4 Ep433: Rethinking Behavior: Play, Regulation & Neurodiversity

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Is it misbehavior—or a regulation challenge? In this powerful episode, Wendy Taylor sits down with Polina Shkadron, trauma-certified speech language pathologist and founder of Play to Learn Consulting. Together we explore how play, trust, and brain-based support strategies can transform how we support neurodivergent learners. With over 15 years of experience in Autism, ADHD, and ARFID, Polina shares the science and soul behind behavior, regulation, and connection.

3 Key Takeaways
  • Behavior is communication: regulation, not punishment, is the entry point.
  • Play is not just fun—it’s a vehicle for building working memory, impulse control, and cognitive flexibility.
  • Autonomy, connectedness, and competence are the cornerstones of sustainable learning and self-advocacy.
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