Think Different, Teach Better with Charlotte and Carla
Welcome to “Think Different, Teach Better” - the podcast where Charlotte and Carla explore neurodiversity (and more) in the classroom. From traits and strategies to real talk and personal stories , we unpack what helps all kinds of brains thrive. Hear from educators and individuals navigating the sy...
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OCD in The Classroom
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Supporting Students with OCD
Supporting Students with OCPD
Aug. 23, 2025
Episode 11 - Season One Recap, Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity in the Classroom
In this season wrap-up, we revisit the key insights from our discussions on ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, OCD, PDA, Conduct Disorder, Trauma, and more. This episode ties it all together—clarifying neurodiversity vs. neurodivergence,...
Aug. 11, 2025
Episode 10 - Pathological Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder (Double episode)
Episode 10 of Think Different, Teach Better explores two very different behavioural profiles: Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Conduct Disorder. We unpack what each looks like, the underlying drivers, and why understan...
July 31, 2025
Episode 9 - Supporting Students with Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Trauma
In this episode of Think Different, Teach Better , Charlotte and Carla dive into the intersection of trauma-informed teaching and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) . We explore: How trauma impacts learning, behaviour, and c...
July 14, 2025
Episode 8 - Supporting Students with Tourette Syndrome and Tick Disorders
Tourette Syndrome, tic disorders, and trichotillomania are often misunderstood in school settings—mistaken for disruptions, attention-seeking, or behavioural issues. In this episode, we uncover what these conditions really ar...
July 7, 2025
Episode 7 - Supporting Students with OCD or OCPD
OCD and OCPD are often confused—but they’re fundamentally different. In this episode, we break down the psychological and behavioural distinctions between obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and obsessive-compulsive personali...
June 27, 2025
Episode 6 - Supporting Students with Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia and/or Math Anxiety
In this episode of Think Different, Teach Better , we unpack three common yet often misunderstood learning challenges: dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and math anxiety. You'll learn how to identify signs in the classroom, understand...