In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Robert Melillo unpacks his decades of expertise in neuroscience and childhood disorders, diving deep into the complexities of ADHD, autism, and brain balance. He sheds light on how the right and left brain develop—and what happens when they don’t sync up as they should. We explore the often-overlooked power of parental intuition, the need for education reform that actually supports neurodivergent kids, and the role of emotional intelligence in helping children thrive. Dr. Melillo challenges conventional perspectives on ADHD and autism, urging us to see the brilliance in these children and embrace the potential of neuroplasticity to unlock their best selves. If you’ve ever questioned how we can do better for our kids, this conversation will shift the way you see the developing brain.
Chapters|
00:00 Introducing Dr. Melillo
01:43 Dr. Melillo's Intuitive Journey Into Treating Childhood Disorders
05:36 Normalizing Parent's Emotions About Their Child's Development
10:02 Where Emotions Live In Your Brain
17:37 Telepathy in Non-Speaking Autistic Children
22:26 Intuition , Emotions and Cognitive Skills
29:10 Celebrating Gifts While Addressing Deficits
31:09 Right Brain Gifts/Left Brain Struggles
36:29 Why Current Depression Treatments are Outdated.
39:50 The Left Brain's Echo Chamber And Our Culture's Obsession With It
52:22 Reforming Education for Brain Development
56:22 Introduction to Intuition and Support
56:22 Engagement and Community Building
Guest Resources |
https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertMelillo/
https://www.instagram.com/DrRobertMelillo/
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