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Mental (Dis)OrderEpisode 12: Emotional Rollercoaster of Being an Autism ParentDr. Fontanetta and Ron Gorski (The Autism Dad) discuss the joys, differences, and challenges of parenting a child with special needs.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastTikTok: @pedsneuromama----------------Resources for this episode ----------------------------Rob Gorski Instagram/TikTok/Facebook: @theautismdadThe Autism Dad website: https://www.theautismdad.com/2025-08-0550 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 11: Porn on the BrainDr. Fontanetta and Dr. Trish Leigh discuss porn use and addiction in the present day as well as advice and interventions for children and teens.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com----------------Resources for this episode ----------------------------Trish's website: https://drtrishleigh.comTrish's instagram: @drtrishleigh2025-07-1945 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 10: Adoption is Trauma not "Drama"Dr. Fontanetta and Connor Howe discuss the complexities of adoption, associated diagnosis, trauma, misinformation, and the lived experience.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com----------------Resources for this episode ----------------------------Connor's Instagram/YouTube/TikTok: @adopted_connorConnor's FacebookHealing Developmental TraumaA...2025-07-0850 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 9: Gifted WisdomDr. 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.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com----------------Resources for this episode ----------------------------Erin's Website: https://thegiftedperspective.c...2025-06-1735 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 8: Some Clarity on Vision TherapiesDr. Fontanetta and Rebecca Warner discuss the efficacy of vision therapy, dyslexic fonts, and specialized glasses for dyslexia as well as Rebecca's advocacy work.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com----------------Resources for this episode ----------------------------Rebecca's Instagram: @dyslexiapqbdRebecca's Website: https://www.pqbd.org2025-06-0733 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 7: Social Media: #MisinformationDr. 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.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com----------------Resources for this episode ----------------------------Dr. Stea's Instagram: @dr_jonathan_steaDr. Stea o...2025-05-2947 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 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.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com----------------Resources for this episode ----------------------------Megg's Instagram/TikTok: @meggthompsonbehaviorMegg's Website: https://meggthompson.com/Laaatteeerr! b...2025-05-2542 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 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.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com----------------Resources for this episode ----------------------------Broken: Transforming Child Protective ServicesDr. Pryce's I...2025-05-0738 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 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.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com----------------Resources for this episode ----------------------------With Understanding Comes Calm Newsletter (FREE)Gifted and Distractible2025-04-2531 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 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.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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. Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com----------------Resources f...2025-04-1414 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 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.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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.Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook...2025-04-0428 minMental (Dis)OrderEpisode 1: The State of DisOrderDr. 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.Welcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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.2025-03-1917 minMental (Dis)OrderTrailerWelcome to Mental Dis(Order). 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.Instagram: @mentaldisorderpodFacebook: Mental DisOrder PodcastSubstack: mentaldisorderpod.substack.com2025-03-1103 min