Solving the complexities of childhood development one brain at a time!
Why is this happening to my kid and what can I do about it? If you’re the parent of a developmentally delayed child, you’ve probably asked this question more than once. That’s where I come in!
I’m Dr. Laura Hanson and I specialize in identifying the “why” and telling you the “what.” Join me every Thursday for a deeper look at how our brains are wired and how to get the most out of your mind.
Are you looking to break negative patterns, overcome mood disorders, or optimize your potential? Maybe your child struggles with ADHD, OCD or other learning difficulties.
Tune in to Connect My Brain, where I explain concepts like biofeedback and neurofeedback, brainwave frequencies, and much more. Let me help you change your life by changing your mind!
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Get out of the ditch: Addressing underlying causes before finding solutions with Dr. Richard Aplin
When Dr. Richard Aplin works with a patient on a problem, he always tries to go and look at the process that caused the problem in the first place. There is a big difference between the processing that creates problems and the actual problems. He compared a health problem to a car hitting a ditch. If you find yourself in the ditch, you will do everything in your power to get out of the ditch.
Understanding traumatic brain injuries: From neuroplasticity to cognitive impact and ongoing support
When I talk about traumatic brain injuries, I’m not just talking about severe injuries. I’m talking about everything from a little bump on the head to a head injury that leaves a person in a coma. No matter how severe the injury, your brain will still respond in a similar way and if not taken care of properly, there can be life-changing long-term impacts.
Understanding the gut-brain axis and its influence on overall wellness with Emily Harris
We delve into the impact of chronic stress on the body’s physiological functions, such as the gut-brain axis and blood flow. It’s fascinating to learn how chronic stress can even lead to autoimmune diseases and improper immune responses.
Beyond medication: Homeschooling and other paths to support children with learning difficulties
As a parent, you do not need to feel like medication is the only option for your child. In this episode I’ll share some of the common obstacles that could be impeding your child’s capacity to learn and what kind of help is available if you have a child who is struggling.
Reasons you might be struggling with attention issues as an adult
Many times when I talk to adult patients about attention issues, they are able to look back on their childhood and realize that this is a struggle that they’ve had for their whole life.
Elaine Jordan shares her daughter’s journey with autism
Lyla has been diagnosed with autism and also shows some of the signs of PANDAS. I love her flexibility and willingness to try new things to see what might work.
The connection between lockdowns, learning struggles, cognitive flexibility, and motivation
This episode will have a strong focus on the far-reaching influence of the 2020 lockdowns, but I also talk about how motivation develops, how technologys is deeply influencing our children’s brains and behaviours.
Introduction to PANDAS and PANS (for parents): Link between strep infection and sudden onset of odd behaviors
PANS and PANDAS look different for every child but it is always an issue of immune dysregulation. Both PANS and PANDAS are caused by an infection that is not properly treated.
How autism is diagnosed and why cases are on the rise
In today’s episode we are going to focus on autism. It’s important to realize that there are no blood tests or any other objective tests to diagnose autism – it is all based on observation.
Characteristics of children with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Signs of PTSD to look for in both school-aged children and in younger children, how PTSD affects a person’s brain, and then what it is that we can do at Connect My Brain to help children who are struggling with PTSD.
Why so many children now struggle with stress and anxiety
Today we’re going to talk about how stress and anxiety actually present in our brains, why so many children struggle with this, and how we approach this here at Connect My Brain.
How our development influences our ability to handle stress and anxiety
How you can turn things around if you or your child are struggling with chronic stress or anxiety. I truly believe that these problems can be solved rather than just labelled.