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Behaviorally Speaking

Behaviorally Speaking

RethinkCare

Board Certified Behavior Analysts Angela Nelson and Kristin Bandi bring together nearly four decades of experience working with children, teens, and their parents. Their knowledge and expertise in implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has already helped thousands of parents better understand their children and improve everyday behaviors. Behaviorally Speaking focuses on common scenarios most parents face and provides tangible, lighthearted tips and techniques you can use in your own home.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Behaviorally Speaking episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Behaviorally Speaking for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Behaviorally Speaking episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss yet another important skill under the executive functioning umbrella, flexible thinking. They talk about the importance of developing this skill to work with others, keep our cool when it counts, and adapt to new situations- all things that are important now and for the future. From modeling appropriate behavior, creating opportunities to try new things, rewarding flexible thinking, playing logic and strategy games, and more, there are plenty of ways to support your child in this area.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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Behaviorally Speaking - Reducing impulsive and risky behavior in kids and teens
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05/25/22 • 46 min

On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss one of the most frustrating of parenting experiences- dealing with kids and teens’ impulsive behaviors. They dive into tips and strategies from those early behaviors, from grabbing and interrupting, to more risky impulsive behaviors such as unsafe driving habits of some teens. From modeling appropriate behavior, reminders of actions and consequences, using positive reinforcement vs. punishment and more, our listeners will come away with some ideas to try out in their homes today.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits. Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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Behaviorally Speaking - Positive Reinforcement is Your Friend
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03/23/20 • 54 min

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin discuss positive reinforcement and the role you can play as a parent. They will guide you through step-by-step instructions to introduce positive reinforcement and tools to evaluate you and your child’s progress.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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Behaviorally Speaking - Prioritizing parental self-care and work/life balance
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09/19/23 • 46 min

On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the concepts of self-care and work/life balance for parents. They talk about where these concepts came from, their importance, and ways to integrate them into our busy lives.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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Behaviorally Speaking - How to Stop Whining: It Starts with Recognition
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02/23/21 • 40 min

On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the steps to recognize, address and eventually stop whining. They break down behavior strategies you can implement to curb this unwelcome behavior and offer alternatives to support your child in getting their needs met.

From implementing warnings to recognizing how your own behavior might be playing a role, they uncover it all with their step-by-step techniques.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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Behaviorally Speaking - Preparing for the Holiday Season
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10/28/22 • 34 min

On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss setting realistic expectations for the holidays and making the most out of this exciting (and often hectic) time. They give tips for managing stress, capitalizing on teaching skills, setting boundaries with family, remembering healthy habits, being kind to yourself, and more.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about that exciting but sometimes scary time of transitioning out of the family home. They share essential skills parents should consider teaching their kids now, before the transition, as well as ways for them to cope with the upcoming changes themselves.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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Behaviorally Speaking - Helping Kids Make Friends

Helping Kids Make Friends

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11/24/22 • 39 min

On this episode, Angela and Kristin invite a guest, Pasha Bahsoun, to join and discuss all things friendships. They break down how to support your child to make new friends, when to jump in vs. hang back at playdates or “hang outs,” how to talk with kids about what makes a good friend, and much more.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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Behaviorally Speaking - Addressing Your Child’s Sleep and Eating Issues
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06/24/20 • 58 min

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode, Angela and Kristin address two concerns many parents face – issues with childhood sleeping and eating. They explore topics ranging from what to do when your child won’t go to bed to how you can introduce new foods into your child’s limited diet.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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Behaviorally Speaking - Managing Mom Guilt

Managing Mom Guilt

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08/26/22 • 51 min

On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss a topic that flows below the surface for a lot of moms but isn’t talked about enough- “mom guilt.” They highlight what mom guilt is, where it comes from, and how to manage it. From confronting unrealistic expectations, delegating and asking for help, and setting ourselves up for success, there are several ways to work through this uncomfortable feeling that so many moms experience.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Behaviorally Speaking have?

Behaviorally Speaking currently has 58 episodes available.

What topics does Behaviorally Speaking cover?

The podcast is about Parenting, Teen, Parent, Behavior, Kids & Family, How To, Podcasts, Aba, Education, Disability, Autism, Children, Tips and Child.

What is the most popular episode on Behaviorally Speaking?

The episode title 'Positive Reinforcement is Your Friend' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Behaviorally Speaking?

The average episode length on Behaviorally Speaking is 44 minutes.

How often are episodes of Behaviorally Speaking released?

Episodes of Behaviorally Speaking are typically released every 31 days, 8 hours.

When was the first episode of Behaviorally Speaking?

The first episode of Behaviorally Speaking was released on Jan 16, 2020.

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