55. How We Can Use AI to Support our Neurodivergent Children with Laetitia Andrac

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ADHD Her Way

Johanna Badenhorst

62 episodes

5 days ago

ADHD Her Way is a fun but informative podcast centred around all things ADHD by mum and Developmental Psychologist Johanna Badenhorst. This podcast aims to deliver expert ADHD insights and practical tips for overwhelmed mums, busy entrepreneurs and stressed students so they can thrive in motherhood, work and study too. Johanna is a late-diagnosed ADHDer, who understands the challenges of navigating life undiagnosed. Her personal and professional experiences have fueled a passion for creating a supportive community where late-diagnosed women can confidently navigate their ADHD roadmap.

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55. How We Can Use AI to Support our Neurodivergent Children with Laetitia Andrac

ADHD Her Way

37 minutes 30 seconds

1 month ago

55. How We Can Use AI to Support our Neurodivergent Children with Laetitia Andrac

In this episode, psychologist Johanna speaks with Laetitia Andrac, the co-founder and CEO of Understanding Zoe, an AI-powered app designed to support families and educators of neurodivergent children.

Laetitia shares her personal journey of discovering her own ADHD and autism while navigating the challenges of parenting her daughter, Zoe. The conversation explores the importance of community support, the impact of understanding and labelling on mental health, and the innovative features of the Understanding Zoe app that aim to improve communication and reduce the cognitive load on parents.

We also unpack the complexities of schooling options for neurodivergent children and debunk common myths around school refusal and homeschooling. The episode closes with key takeaways for parents and caregivers, highlighting the importance of connection, advocacy, and shared understanding.

Where to Find Letitia & Understanding Zoe

Learn more about the app: ⁠⁠https://www.understandingzoe.com⁠⁠
Follow Letitia on Instagram: ⁠⁠@understanding.zoe⁠⁠

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Takeaways

Letitia Andrac is the co-founder and CEO of Understanding Zoe.
Understanding Zoe is an AI-powered app for neurodivergent children.
Letitia discovered her ADHD and autism through her daughter’s assessment.
Labelling can help children feel understood and supported.
Community support is crucial for parents of neurodivergent children.
The app was designed to reduce the cognitive load on parents.
Caregivers can easily share information through the app.
Zoe feels safer and more understood at school because of it.
Homeschooling can provide better socialisation opportunities for some neurodivergent children.
Parents should connect with others to combat feelings of isolation.