Math struggles are not always about effort or attention. For some kids, the challenge runs deeper, starting with how they understand numbers, patterns, and quantities. In this episode, specialist Laura Jackson unpacks dyscalculia a little-known learning ,disability that affects number sense, problem-solving, and everyday tasks like time, money, and measurement, often leaving kids frustrated and misunderstood. Dive in to learn how curiosity, validation, and informed, targeted support can reduce anxiety, build confidence, and help your child develop skills that finally make math (and life) feel more manageable.

What to expect in this episode:
What dyscalculia is and how it differs from general math struggles
Why more studying and practice problems don’t address the core challenge
How dyscalculia impacts everyday life beyond school subjects
Why traditional tutoring may not address the root of the issue
The importance of curiosity and validation in supporting kids

About Laura Jackson
Laura M. Jackson is an author, dyscalculia specialist, and founder of Discovering Dyscalculia. She coaches individuals and families through the diagnosis of dyscalculia or math learning disability, which impacts at least 1 in every 20 students and adults. Laura’s work in this little-known field began in 2017 with her own daughter’s dyscalculia diagnosis. Since then, she has written a book, led workshops and training sessions, coached parents, students, teachers, and adults, and collaborated with dyscalculia experts in the US and the UK. Through her website, writing, speaking engagements, and coaching, her mission is to raise greater dyscalculia awareness, education, and support for individuals and families impacted by dyscalculia.

Connect with Laura
Website: Discovering Dyscalculia
Book: The Book | Discovering Dyscalculia by Laura M Jackson
Podcast: Discovering Dyscalculia | The Podcast

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When a loved one is struggling, knowing what to say or do can feel overwhelming and high-stakes. In this episode, Diana Clark, President of Intent Clinical, shares how communication patterns, emotional reactions, and fear can shape the way families respond to complex issues like addiction, mental health, and behavioral challenges. You will hear why trying to “fix” someone often backfires, and what it really takes to open the door for support and change. Dive in to learn how to approach difficult conversations with clarity, compassion, and a collaborative mindset that strengthens connection instead of resistance.

What to expect in this episode:

• Why trying to “fix” a loved one can create more resistance than change
• How fear and urgency can lead to rigid and ineffective communication patterns
• The importance of preparing for conversations instead of reacting in the moment
• Why asking permission can improve receptivity in difficult discussions
• Facilitated family meetings vs. traditional interventions—and why that shift is so important

About Diana Clark, JD, MA

Diana Clark, JD, MA, is a renowned family recovery advocate and the President of Intent Clinical, bringing over 20 years of expertise in complex family systems, substance use disorders, and mental health disorders. She has helped thousands of families in crisis, guiding them toward healthier dynamics and sustainable recovery. At Intent Clinical, Diana leads a team of behavioral health professionals providing concierge-level care to high-net-worth individuals and families. Under her leadership, the organization delivers customized, evidence-based solutions that address the unique complexities of behavioral health. Diana holds a master's degree in psychology from Antioch New England Graduate School. She is widely recognized as an expert in family systems and parenting. In addition to her work as a speaker, educator, and thought leader, Diana has presented at major conferences, led professional training sessions, and conducted workshops for families, clinicians, and organizations. She is also the author of Addiction Recovery: A Family’s Journey, and the co-host of the Conversations with Intent Podcast, where she explores mental health, family resilience, and strategies for navigating life’s challenges.

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Connect with Diana

• Website: Intent Clinical
• LinkedIn: Diana Clark, JD,MA | Intent Clinical
• Instagram: @intentclinical
• Facebook: Intent Clinical

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“Complex kids” are often seen as difficult or defiant, but there’s more going on beneath the surface. They are navigating executive function challenges, emotional regulation struggles, and a world that often expects them to conform to methods that don't work for them. In this episode, Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster break down what makes a child “complex” and why traditional parenting approaches often fall short for those kids. Tune in to learn how a collaborative, coach-style approach can help your complex child build confidence, develop agency, and move toward independence with support that truly works.

What to expect in this episode:

• What “complex kids” really means beyond diagnoses like ADHD
• Why executive function is at the core of many parenting challenges
• How modern life and the digital world increase overwhelm for kids
• The importance of emotional regulation for both kids and parents
• How agency and independence develop through collaboration, not control

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Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com