Why is this happening to my kid and what can I do about it? If you're the parent of a developmentally delayed child, you've probably asked this question more than once. That's where I come in! I'm Dr. Laura Hanson and I specialize in identifying the "why" and telling you the "what." Join me every Thursday for a deeper look at how our brains are wired and how to get the most out of your mind.
Are you looking to break negative patterns, overcome mood disorders, or optimize your potential? Maybe your child struggles with ADHD, OCD or other learning difficulties. Tune in to Connect My Brain, where I explain concepts like biofeedback and neurofeedback, brainwave frequencies, and much more. Let me help you change your life by changing your mind!
In this episode, I talk with Jeff Hoyt about how the body handles toxins and why detoxification is more than simply removing harmful substances. We discuss the roles of the gut and liver, how stress may affect the body's ability to clear toxins, why aggressive detox can backfire, and what parents should consider before adding binders or other detox strategies. We also discuss heavy metals, EMFs, and the importance of supporting the body's overall health first.
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About the Guest:
Jeff Hoyt is a wellness innovator and founder of Zeolite Labs, where his work focuses on natural detoxification and the use of zeolite to help remove unwanted toxic elements from the body. Through education and product development, he helps people better understand how zeolite works, how it can be used appropriately, and how detoxification may support overall health and well-being.
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Website: https://www.zeolitelabs.com/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-hoyt-51362438/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZeoliteLabs
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24 Sept 2026
206. Can You Train Your Brain Like a Muscle?
In this episode, I talk with Mark Tommerdahl about Brain Gauge, a tool designed to measure and train brain connectivity through precise fingertip vibrations. We discuss how it assesses foundational brain functions, how its exercises work like a gym for the brain, and the changes Mark has observed in people dealing with attention difficulties, stroke recovery, autism, dementia, concussion, and other neurological challenges.
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Dr. Mark Tommerdahl is a biomedical engineer, neuroscientist, and longtime professor at the University of North Carolina whose research focuses on cortical dynamics, sensory processing, plasticity, and pain. He has authored more than 150 peer-reviewed publications and helped develop Brain Gauge, a quantitative sensory testing tool designed to assess aspects of brain function. Through his work with Cortical Metrics, he continues to translate decades of neuroscience research into practical tools for measuring and understanding brain health.
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Website: https://www.corticalmetrics.com/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cortical-metrics
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/corticalmetrics
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Connect My Brain
Website: https://www.connectmybrain.com/
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@drlaurahanson
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17 Sept 2026
205. Raising Present Children in a Distracted World
In this solo episode, I explore how social cues, eye contact, presence, and everyday device habits may shape the way children learn to connect with others. I also look at distractibility, stress responses, communication, and developmental reflexes, and why some behaviors labeled as attention problems may reflect a nervous system working hard to feel safe. Most importantly, I share ways adults can model stronger connection and help children build more room to regulate, engage, and learn.
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About the Host:
Dr. Laura Hanson is the founder of Connect My Child's Brain and a nationally recognized expert in neurodevelopment, with nearly 30 years of experience helping children and adults who struggle with focus, learning, behavior, and overall brain function.
Rather than focusing on labels or symptom management, Dr. Hanson specializes in identifying the underlying patterns in brain development that impact how a person thinks, learns, and functions. She is known for helping families understand why their child is struggling—and more importantly, what can be done about it.
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Connect My Brain
Website: https://www.connectmybrain.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connect.my.brain/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/connectmybrain
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@drlaurahanson
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Dr Laura Hansen
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