NVLD

Words and Worries

This is an excerpt from Misnamed, Misdiagnosed, Misunderstood by Linda Karanzalis, Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist. Most people learn nonverbal and social communication automatically and intuitively through visual observation and role-modeling of others, a process that begins in early childhood and continues throughout the school years. However, people with Nonverbal Learning Disorder (NVLD) have great difficulty understanding nonverbal communication such […]

Misnamed, Misdiagnosed, Misunderstood: Award Winning Book on Neurodiversity (Covering ADHD, NVLD, Spectrum Disorders) Endorsed by New York Times Bestselling Author Dr. Ned Hallowell

I am thrilled to introduce you to my book, “Misnamed, Misdiagnosed, Misunderstood,” a deeply personal exploration of NVLD, ADHD, and its profound impact on the lives of neurodivergent individuals like myself. My perspective is unique as a neurodivergent board- certified cognitive specialist working in the field. In a world where labels define us, where diagnoses […]

Calm in the Storm: Unlocking Inner Peace for Neurodivergent Minds

Neurodivergent individuals (autism, ADHD, NVLD, learning disabilities) are experience differences in processing information, perceiving and interacting with others, and regulating their emotions. Challenges in social interactions, academics, work performance, and daily functioning result in high anxiety. Finding inner peace becomes crucial for their overall well-being and quality of life. This article is for neurodivergent minds, […]

Empowering NeuroDivergence With Pioneer Linda Karanzalis, MS, BCCS Message to the World

NTERVIEW 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 In a world where NeuroDiversity is gaining recognition and understanding, Linda Karanzalis stands out […]

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 […]

Is it You, Me or NLVD? by Linda Karanzalis, MS, BCCS

Excerpt from the book Misnamed, Misdiagnosed, Misunderstood; Recognizing and Coping with NVLD (nonverbal learning disorder) from Childhood through Adulthood Throughout my childhood and early adult years, my parents, teachers, friends, and others would get mad at me for the things I did without knowing any better. Thankfully, before my diagnosis, I had figured out ways to […]

Tune Into Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities with Linda Karanzalis, MS, BCCS

Natural ways to support people with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities (NVLD) are becoming more common as awareness of the condition increases. Knowing what helps a person affected by NVLD to perform according to their potential, rather than being limited by the difficulties caused by the condition, can be the difference between feeling overwhelmed and feeling empowered. […]

Standing With Gus! Shame on Bullying Commentators

A Call for Compassion and Respect for the NeuroDivergent Community By Linda Karanzalis, MS, BCCS My heart breaks for Gus Walz (the son of Democratic Vice President nominee Tim Walz) who was mocked by so-called adult national political commentators acting like playground bullies. Like Gus, I have NVLD and understand the pain of being judged […]

NVLD (non-verbal learning disorder) and Neurotypical Communication, by Linda Karanzalis, MS, BCCS

As a professional with NVLD (Board Certified Cognitive Specialist) and former special education teacher, I offer you a different perspective from these vantage points. Whether you’re a parent or an adult coping with NVLD, you’re all too familiar with often falling short of meeting the standards of neurotypicals (NT). NT’s comprise the majority of the […]

Because I Said So!

How to end the bickering and nagging, and motivate your child to finish his boring-but-oh-so-important chores. Quick word-association game: When you hear “chores,” you think “stimulating,” “fascinating,” and “creative,” right? Fat chance. Even for people without attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD or ADD), chores are nothing short of torture. But they also help lay the […]