The Wide Awake Parenting Podcast

The Stuck Brain: Adapted Mindfulness for Neurodivergent Children


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Standard mindfulness doesn't work for every brain. "Sit still and notice your breath" can actually make things worse for kids with ADHD, autism, or anxiety. Dr. Kirsten Kuzirian explains how mindfulness can change brain networks involved in rigid thinking — but only when adapted for how your child's brain actually works. Includes specific examples for different neurotypes.

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The Wide Awake Parenting PodcastBy Kirsten Kuzirian

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