A Journey of Personal Triumph and Impact for NeuroDivergents
INTERVIEW ON THE PRICE OF BUSINESS SHOW, MEDIA PARTNER OF THIS SITE.
Recently Kevin Price, Host of the nationally syndicated Price of Business Show,
welcomed NVLD and Neurodivergent Expert Linda Karanzalis, MS, BCCS to provide another commentary in a series.
The Linda Karanzalis Commentaries
Linda Karanzalis, MS, BCCS is the current recipient of the prestigious Harrison Sylvester Award from the Learning Disabilities of America, who enlightened the audiences with her inspirational speech at the NVLD Project’s annual cocktail fundraiser.
Understanding NVLD: A Primer
Neurodiverse individuals with NVLD often face unique challenges navigating a world designed for neurotypical minds. Despite its name, those with nonverbal learning disorder (NVLD) are articulate but struggle with visual-spatial processing, executive functions, math, socializing, and coordination, and can be literal and gullible. Most have trouble understanding nonverbal communication (body language, facial expressions, gestures, tone of voice). They have average to above-average intelligence and are frequently misdiagnosed with ADHD or autism spectrum disorder. This misdiagnosis occurs because they share some of the same symptoms, preventing them from receiving the proper treatment.
Personal Journey: Overcoming NVLD and ADHD
Linda Karanzalis shared her poignant journey of growing up with NVLD and ADHD. She candidly discussed her struggles in understanding social cues, organizing tasks, and visual-spatial difficulties and how she overcame them. Despite these challenges, Linda’s determination and resilience propelled her forward.
Professional Impact: Educator and Advocate
Her innovative interventions have marked Linda’s professional journey as an educator specializing in learning disabilities. Her work and approach have transformed the lives of countless individuals. Her book Misnamed, Misdiagnosed, Misunderstood is endorsed by New York Times best-selling author Dr. Ned Hallowell, a renowned expert on ADHD and other leading professionals.
Inspiring Change: A Mission to Empower
Linda’s impassioned speech highlighted her mission to ensure that no one experiences the isolation and frustration she faced growing up. Her advocacy efforts extend beyond the classroom, aiming to create a more inclusive and understanding society for neurodivergent individuals.
Learn more about Linda at www.addvantageslearningcenter.com and her acclaimed book at www.lindakaranzalis.com.
Linda Karanzalis, Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist is the author of Misnamed, Misdiagnosed, Misunderstood, a new book on Nonverbal Learning Disorder and other brain-based challenges.
Dr. Ned Hallowell, a psychiatrist, world-renowned expert on ADHD, and the New York Times best-selling author of Driven to Distraction says, “Linda’s book is vivid, compelling, full of heart and fresh understanding. Karanzalis replaces suffering with clarity and triumph for the millions of people with NVLD.”
Linda, who has NVLD and ADHD, has worked for more than 25 years with individuals of all ages with NVLD, ADHD, learning disabilities, and those on the autistic spectrum. As an author, podcaster, presenter, learning specialist, and ambassador for the NVLD Project, she provides validation, awareness, solutions, strategies, and, most importantly, compassion to the millions who live with neurodiversity. Find out more about her story and book at www.lindakaranzalis.com.
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Linda Karanzalis, MS
Linda Karanzalis, MS, is a former special education classroom teacher with over 25 years of experience in the areas of learning disabilities, ADHD, social-emotional learning, social skills training, and behavior management
