EP 177: Not One-Size-Fits-All: Different Minds, Different Strengths
Not everyone learns, processes information, or experiences the world in the same way—and that's okay. Every brain is unique, bringing its own strengths, challenges, perspectives, and ways of solving problems. Yet learning differences are often misunderstood, oversimplified, or surrounded by stereotypes.
In today’s episode, NSAC students share their personal experiences with learning differences, highlighting both the obstacles they've faced and the unique strengths they've discovered along the way. Through honest conversation, we’ll explore what it means to learn differently, challenge common misconceptions, and celebrate the value of diverse ways of thinking and learning.
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Creators and Guests
Host
Dr. Robin Henderson
Dr. Robin Henderson, PsyD, is the Chief Executive, Behavioral Health for Providence Oregon where has direct and matrixed responsibility for acute, specialty and ambulatory behavioral health services in a system serving nearly 100,000 individuals each year. She also serves as the Chief Clinical Officer for Work2BeWell, a youth-lead mental health education, activation and advocacy program that creates clinically vetted curriculum for schools and youth groups. In this role she works with our National Student Advisory Council, our grassroots advocacy campaigns (including the new Oregon law giving students Mental Health Days) and hosts the #Talk2BeWell podcast focusing on youth mental health and well-being. She is also an advisory member of the Providence Community Partnership Mental Health Advisory Group, overseeing investments in mental health and substance use disorders and is a Senior Clinical Advisor to Well Being Trust.
