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Difference Between a 504 and IEP

Trying to figure out school accommodations can feel overwhelming—especially when your child is already struggling emotionally, behaviorally, or academically.

Many parents are left wondering:

  • Does my child need a 504 or an IEP?
  • What accommodations actually help?
  • How do I advocate effectively at school?
  • Why is my child still struggling even with support?

As a certified school psychologist, Dr. Roseann helps parents understand the difference between a 504 and IEP and how to better support dysregulated, anxious, ADHD, and neurodivergent kids in school settings.

In This School Support Podcast Series, You’ll Learn:

  • the difference between a 504 and IEP
  • how to get a 504 plan
  • IEP support for ADHD
  • classroom accommodations for ADHD
  • school support strategies for dysregulated kids
  • how emotional regulation affects learning and behavior

Regulation First Parenting™

When kids feel overwhelmed, stressed, or emotionally dysregulated, learning and behavior become much harder. Dr. Roseann teaches regulation-first strategies that support both emotional well-being and school success.

🎧 Listen to the School Support series and learn how to better advocate for your child with confidence.

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Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge: Revolutionizing Children’s Mental Health

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge’s podcast, It’s Gonna be OK!™: Science-Backed Solutions for Children’s Behavior and Mental Health, is in the top 2% globally. The podcast empowers parents with natural, science-backed solutions to improve children’s self-regulation and calm their brains. Each episode delivers expert advice and practical strategies, making it indispensable for parents of neurodivergent children or those with behavioral or mental health challenges.

Dr. Roseann, founder of The Global Institute of Children’s Mental Health and Dr. Roseann, LLC, created the Neurotastic™ Brain Formulas and BrainBehaviorReset® method. With her extensive experience, she provides families with hope and effective strategies to manage conditions like ADHD, anxiety, OCD, and PANS/PANDAS.

Forbes has called her “A thought leader in children’s mental health,” highlighting her revolutionary impact on mental health education and treatment. Through her podcast and innovative methods, Dr. Roseann continues to transform how we approach, treat and understand children’s mental health.
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