The Neuropsychlopedia Podcast
Hosted by Board-Certified Pediatric Neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPDN, The Neuropsychlopedia Podcast aims to provide clarity and direction for anyone who seeks answers and information related to neuropsychological assessment, interventions, and general well-being. This podcast is intended to be a collaborative approach to understanding, questioning, and learning, rather than a purely didactic experience. The Neuropsychlopedia (theneuropsychlopedia.com) is an educational platform created for all parents and providers, but especially those of neurodivergent children. Dr. F provides trustworthy and accessible information, grounded in science, in addition to real-world insight. We replace confusion and misinformation with clarity, connection, support, and hope.
Episode 26: Processing Grief As a Child
Dr. Fontanetta and Certified Child Life Specialist, Jessica Correnti, discuss children's reaction to grief and loss and how to best support them.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Jessica's Website
Jessica's Email: contact@kidsgriefsupport.com
Jessica's Instagram: @kidsgriefsupport
The ABCs of Grief
A Parent's Guide to Raising Grieving Children
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Episode 25: Advocating for Sanfilippo Children
Dr. Fontanetta speaks with sanfilippo parent and advocate, Ashley Haywood, to discuss the latest clinical trials, treatment, and political/financial barriers.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Saving Sadie Rae Website
Saving Sadie Rae's TikTok: @savingsadierae
Saving Sadie Rae's Instagram: @savingsadierae
Cure Sanfilippo Foundation Website
Episode 24: The News on Nootropics
Dr. Fontanetta and Educator/Author/Dietician Shawn Wells discuss the latest research surrounding nootropics and other supplements.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Shawn's Website
Shawn's Email: me@shawnwells.com
Shawn's Instagram: @shawnwells
Shawn's TikTok: @ingredientologist
Episode 23: Hyperfixating on Hyperfixations
Dr. Fontanetta and licensed clinical social worker, Alyssa Zimmerman, discuss all things hyperfixations and special interests.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Alyssa's Website
Clinically Awkward Podcast
Alyssa's Instagram: @clinicallyawkwardpod
Alyssa's TikTok: @clinicallyawkwardpod
Episode 22: Don't Snooze on School Refusal!
Dr. Fontanetta and Psychologist/Educator Dr. Amy Moore discuss school refusal and how parents and professionals can best support these children.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Brainy Moms Website
Dr. Amy Moore's Website
Brainy Moms Instagram: @thebrainymoms
Dr. Moore's email: BrainyMoms@gmail.com
Overcoming School Avoidance Book
<...Episode 21: The Burden and Resilience of Glass Children
Dr. Fontanetta and advocate/educator/speaker Alicia Meneses Maples discuss the experience of glass children and how parents and professionals can best support these children.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
The Neuropsychlopedia Website
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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I See Glass Children Website
Alicia's Instagram: @aliciamenesesmaples
Alicia's Podcast: I See Glass Children
Alicia's You Tube: @iseeglasschildren
Mad House...
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Welcome to The Neuropsychlopedia podcast. Putting the order in the disorder of mental health information by sifting through the chaos and clutter! Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
Episode 20: Stimulating Facts about Stimulants!
Dr. Fontanetta and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Maria Ingalla discuss the complexities and safety profiles of common stimulants and what parents should know when considering medication for their children.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Paperflower Psychiatry Website
Paperflower Psychiatry Instagram: @paperflowerpsychiatry
Dr. Ingalla's Tik Tok: @dr.mariaingalla
Dr. Ingalla's You Tube: @PaperFlowerInstitute
Episode 19: A Somber Yet Hopeful Conversation about Violence in Schools
WARNING: This episode contains frank discussion about school shooters and school violence. Listener discretion advised.
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Peter Langman discuss current trends in school violence, why people turn to such acts, what to look out for, and how to prevent them as well as support victims.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Dr. Langman's Website
Episode 18: (E)quality of Assessments for Children of Color
Dr. Fontanetta and Neuropsychologist Dr. Karen Wilson discuss the barriers to assessment and care for families of color as well as the specific needs and ways to support marginalized populations within the mental health domain.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Dr. Wilson's Neuropsychology Practice
Child Nexus Website
Instagram: @kareniwilson
Autistic and Black: O...
Episode 17: The Rejection Sensitivity Proclivity
Dr. Fontanetta and ADHD advocate Matt Raekelboom discuss rejection sensitivity dysphoria, emotional dysregulation in ADHD, gender differences, and more.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Instagram: @mattraekelboom
Facebook: @mattraekelboomadhd
Youtube: @journey2adhd
TikTok: @mattraekelboom
Journey2ADHD Resources
Casey Dixon's website
Episode 16: Special Education Knowledge for All!
Dr. Fontanetta and Attorney Melissa Gagne discuss special education laws, advocacy, and common questions/concerns parents have asked.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Laviano and Gagne Law Website
IEP Slay Facebook Page
Tik Tok: @IEPslay
Instagram: @IEP_Slay
YouTube: @IEPSlay
Melissa's email: Melissa@iepslay.org
Your S...
Episode 15: PANS/PANDA-Monium
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Karina Cañadas (Teach Me Doc) discuss PANS and PANDAS- what are they- how are they diagnosed- what do we know about treatment- and how can we support these children?
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Dr. Karina's website
Dr. Karina's You Tube Channel: @teachmedoc
Dr. Karina's instagram: @teach_me_doc
<...Episode 14: The Very Troubling, Troubled Teen Industry (TTI)
Dr. Fontanetta and Rebecca Prolman discuss the troubled teen experience and how the "industry" failed so many.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Rebecca Prolman's website
Rebecca Prolman's instagram: @rebeccaprolman
WWASP Survivor's website
Unsilenced website
TTI Resource Network website
Help At Any Cost Book
Becoming Unsilenced Book
...Episode 13: The Truth of the (Vaccine) Matter: Autism
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Wendy Hunter (The Pediatrician Next Door) discuss the relationships, facts, and myths associated with Autism including vaccines, Tylenol, genetics, and other factors as well as current safety of vaccine administration.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Dr. Hunter's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pediatrician-next-door-simple-advice-on-baby/id1665746448
Dr. Hunter's website: https://www.babyscience.in...
Episode 12: Emotional Rollercoaster of Being an Autism Parent
Dr. Fontanetta and Rob Gorski (The Autism Dad) discuss the joys, differences, and challenges of parenting a child with special needs.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Rob Gorski Instagram/TikTok/Facebook: @theautismdad
The Autism Dad website: https://www.theautismdad.com/
Rooted in Rights website: https://rootedinrights.org/stories/collections/parenting-without-pity/
Everything No On...
Episode 11: Porn on the Brain
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Trish Leigh discuss porn use and addiction in the present day as well as advice and interventions for children and teens.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Trish's website: https://drtrishleigh.com
Trish's instagram: @drtrishleigh
Trish's YouTube: @DrTrishLeigh
Trish's Facebook
Mind Over Explicit Matter: Quit Porn and I...
Episode 10: Adoption is Trauma not "Drama"
Dr. Fontanetta and Connor Howe discuss the complexities of adoption, associated diagnosis, trauma, misinformation, and the lived experience.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Connor's Instagram/YouTube/TikTok: @adopted_connor
Connor's Facebook
Healing Developmental Trauma
Adoption Unfiltered: Revelations from Adoptees, Birth Parents, Adoptive Parents, and Allies
Trauma, Attachment, and Family Permanence
Episode 9: Gifted Wisdom
Dr. Fontanetta and Erin Vanek discuss all things giftedness including whether you should tell your child they are gifted, what parenting styles are best, and when to consider outplacement for school.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Erin's Website: https://thegiftedperspective.com/
Erin's Instagram: @the.gifted.perspective
Gifted Children: Myths and Realities
Gifted C...
Episode 8: Some Clarity on Vision Therapies
Dr. Fontanetta and Rebecca Warner discuss the efficacy of vision therapy, dyslexic fonts, and specialized glasses for dyslexia as well as Rebecca's advocacy work.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Rebecca's Instagram: @dyslexiapqbd
Rebecca's Website: https://www.pqbd.org
Rebecca's Email: Rebecca@pqbd.org
Dyslexia and Vision Therapy for Pediatricians
Critique o...
Episode 7: Social Media: #Misinformation
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Jonathan Stea discuss the implications of social media on mental health. We talk TikTok trends, influencers, pseudoscience, social contagion, and self-diagnosis.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Dr. Stea's Instagram: @dr_jonathan_stea
Dr. Stea on X: @jonathanstea
Dr. Stea's Website: https://www.jonathanstea.com/
Mind the Science by D...
Episode 6: ABA: Miracle or Abuse?
Dr. Fontanetta and Megg Thompson discuss the applied behavior analysis (ABA) debate in the context of autistic voices and recent research.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Megg's Instagram/TikTok: @meggthompsonbehavior
Megg's Website: https://meggthompson.com/
Laaatteeerr! by Megg Thompson
Punished by Rewards
Unmasking Autism
Sincerely, Your Autistic Child
Episode 5: To Report or Not to Report?
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Pryce discuss the complicated decisions within mandated reporting and child welfare as is pertains to psychological assessment, treatment, and ethical/moral codes.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Broken: Transforming Child Protective Services
Dr. Pryce's Instagram: @jesspryce
Dr. Pryce's Website: https://jessicaprycephd.com/
Dr. Pryce's Ted Talk
T...
Episode 4: 2e is Me!
Dr. Fontanetta and Julie Skolnik discuss the 2e (twice-exceptional) label in terms of typical profile, strengths and needs, exceptionalities, academic accommodations, and parenting strategies.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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With Understanding Comes Calm Newsletter (FREE)
Gifted and Distractible
Julie's Instagram: @julieskolnick
The 2e Expert on TikTok: @julieskolnick
Julie's email: support@w...
Episode 3: Gaming for Good!
Dr. Fontanetta discusses the pros and cons of virtual reality and gaming environments/apps as well as some of the latest research regarding the efficacy for different disorders and types of devices. See below for resources related to the current episode.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Punished By Rewards by Alfie Kohn
Virtual Reality for Anxiety D...
Episode 2: PDA- Missed Diagnosis or Latest Trend?
Dr. Fontanetta and Dr. Jennifer Hermes discuss the recently popular diagnosis of pathological demand avoidance. What is it? How is it even diagnosed? Why do children "avoid" demands and what does it look like? How can we best support children with such a profile? See below for resources related to the current episode.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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Episode 1: The State of DisOrder
Dr. Fontanetta discusses the pros and cons of diagnostic labels as well as some of the latest research and newer models/systems of both causes and symptoms related to mental health struggles. She also provides some helpful things to consider when seeking a diagnostic evaluation or support from various professionals. See below for resources related to the current episode.
Hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, Rebecca A. Fontanetta, PsyD, ABPdN and produced by Rainbow Fish Lab.
Website: theneuropsychlopedia.com
Instagram: @the_neuropsychlopedia
TikTok: @the_neuropsychlopedia
YouTube: @the_neuropsychlopedia
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