In this installment of Interview with an Expert, Brain Matters pediatric neuropsychologists Dr. Jonine Nazar-Biesman and Dr. Jayme Neiman-Kimel share how understanding a child’s unique “brain map” can unlock clearer paths for learning, support, and long-term growth. By combining decades of experience, deep curiosity about...
What is a Neuropsych Evaluation? Dr. Jonine Nazar-Biesman on Navigating & Learning From Assessments Do you have a true understanding of what a neuropsych evaluation is? I know the assessment process can be daunting and complicated to navigate, especially in recent years as a result of Covid, so...
We've been getting a lot of questions about technology use of kids while Safe at Home during COVID-19. As a parent of two, Dr. Weissman has also been trying his best to manage and balance screen time. Having homeschool on tablets and computers and requiring...
Dr. Jonine Biesman and Dr. Dustin Weissman are guests on Community 360 Podcast. We talk about a variety of topics with including internet addiction and the ever-popular Fortnite game that students are playing extensively. You can listen to the Podcast at: Sound Cloud [embed]https://soundcloud.com/community360/community-360-podcast-dr[/embed]...
What is NeuroSense Psychology? Dr. Jeanine Biseman shares about her practice, Neurosense and how they are making a difference in the field of Neuropsychology. Neuropsychology is studying how the brain relates to behavior. My sub specialty of pediatric neuropsychology is focused is on children, development, and understanding...
Your first time going to therapy can be scary. There are challenges or difficulties but we can't forget the flip side of the coin. If somebody were to ask you "What is good about you? What is the best thing about you?". It's really surprising when...
Two thirds of the population believes a myth that has been propagated for over a century: that we use only 10% of our brains. Hardly! Our neuron-dense brains have evolved to use the least amount of energy while carrying the most information possible -- a...
Dr. Jonine Biesman talks with reporter David Nazar about DIR Floortime and the various Autism spectrum therapies....