Focus Forward: An Executive Function Podcast

Ep 39: Speaking Up: How to Empower Our Kids to Advocate for Themselves (ft. Dr. Nerissa Bauer)

Feb 28, 2024

49:57

Today’s episode covers a topic that’s close to my heart - both as a parent and an Executive Function coach. We’ll be talking about self-advocacy for kids and adolescents with Dr. Nerissa Bauer, a behavioral pediatrician from Indiana whom I met through my colleague Wendy Craven. Nerissa and I got to meet in person at the ADHD conference in 2023, which was just so much fun that I had to bring her onto Focus Forward! Together, we explored the importance of emotional literacy, which empowers kids to recognize and express their feelings effectively. We also discussed how kids, especially those facing learning challenges or other diagnoses, can learn to advocate for themselves. You’ll hear Dr. Bauer share invaluable insights and actionable tips for parents and caregivers of all ages, from toddlers to high school seniors. I hope you enjoy listening to our conversation as much as I enjoyed being a part of it!

Here are the show notes from today's episode:

Learn More About Dr. Nerissa Bauer

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@NerissaBauerMD

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nerissa-bauer-md-mph-faap-4b692967/

Let’s Talk Kids’ Health

https://www.letstalkkidshealth.org/

Teach Me ADHD Virtual Course for Parents and Kids

https://www.letstalkkidshealth.org/teach-me-adhd-sales-page-general-registration

Self-Advocacy Resources

6 tips for helping your grade-schooler learn to self-advocate

https://www.understood.org/en/articles/6-tips-for-helping-your-grade-schooler-learn-to-self-advocate