#318: Does Your Child Really Have ADHD? Rethinking Attention & Learning with Ana Lorena Fabrega

The modern education system is facing serious challenges, leaving many parents wondering: Is my child truly learning, or just memorizing for tests? In this episode, we sit down with author and education expert Ana Lorena Fabrega to explore alternative education models, ADHD misdiagnoses, and how to raise lifelong learners in a system that often stifles curiosity. Ana shares eye-opening insights on why traditional schooling may not serve every child, the power of autonomy in learning, and how to create a home environment where kids naturally develop critical thinking skills. We also tackle controversial topics like screen time, standardized testing, and the growing issue of mislabeling kids as ADHD when they simply need more movement and freedom. If you’ve ever questioned the conventional school system or want practical strategies to keep your child engaged and excited about learning, this episode is a must-listen! Discover how to rethink education and empower your child for lifelong success.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Rethinking traditional education models

• How to foster lifelong learning at home

• The truth about ADHD misdiagnoses

• Standardized testing and student success

• The impact of movement on child learning

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Ana Lorena Fábrega is an author, edupreneur, and Chief Evangelist at Synthesis. Growing up, she attended ten schools in seven different countries. She then earned her BS in Childhood Education and Special Education from New York University and taught elementary school in New York, Boston, and Panama. Today, Ana Lorena writes online to over 200,000 readers about the promise of alternative education. 

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