Minds of All Kinds Podcast
Join us for Minds of All Kinds, a podcast celebrating the diverse ways people think, learn, and experience the world.
Launching during Neurodiversity Week, this series explores the importance of understanding and embracing neurodiversity. With insights from experts, educators, and real stories from neurodivergent individuals, we’ll break down myths, share practical tips, and dive into empowering conversations that foster inclusion.
Whether you're a parent, teacher, student, or simply curious, Minds of All Kinds podcast offers valuable knowledge to support and celebrate the unique strengths of all minds. Tune in and join the movement toward true acceptance and understanding!
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Minds of All Kinds Podcast
Ep.15 Understanding & Supporting Slow Processing Speed
This episode explains slow processing speed, defining it as the time it takes to take in and respond to information, and emphasizing that it is unrelated to intelligence.
The podcast explores the challenges that individuals with slower processing speeds may face both in the classroom and at home, such as difficulty with timed assignments and fast-paced conversations.
However, it also highlights the strengths associated with slow processing speed, including strong critical thinking skills, creativity, and empathy. The episode then moves to the science behind slow processing speed, highlighting its neurological components.
Finally, the podcast gives helpful support strategies to help students and those around them create structure and depth to learning and other activities to help students with slow processing speeds excel.