Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
As the school year winds down, many kids start to burn out. They might lose motivation, feel big emotions, or struggle to follow their usual routines. In this episode, you’ll learn why behaviors like shutdowns and meltdowns are signals, not problems, and what to do about them. Plus, get tips to lower stress levels, reset after tough moments, and help your child finish the year strong.
For more on this topic
Listen: What is a “good summer” for kids with learning disabilities? understood.org/en/podcasts/the-opportunity-gap/what-is-a-good-summer-for-kids-with-learning-disabilities
Listen: How to make summer learning fun understood.org/en/podcasts/the-opportunity-gap/how-to-make-summer-learning-fun
Read: School burnout in kids who learn and think differently understood.org/en/articles/school-burnout-kids-adhd-learning-disabilities
Read: 6 signs your child is burned out understood.org/en/articles/signs-of-burnout-in-kids
For a transcript and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.org. understood.org/en/podcasts/the-opportunity-gap/reasons-kids-shut-down
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As the school year winds down, many kids start to burn out. They might lose motivation, feel big emotions, or struggle to follow their usual routines. In this episode, you’ll learn why behaviors like shutdowns and meltdowns are signals, not problems, and what to do about them. Plus, get tips to lower stress levels, reset after tough moments, and help your child finish the year strong.
For more on this topic
Listen: What is a “good summer” for kids with learning disabilities? understood.org/en/podcasts/the-opportunity-gap/what-is-a-good-summer-for-kids-with-learning-disabilities
Listen: How to make summer learning fun understood.org/en/podcasts/the-opportunity-gap/how-to-make-summer-learning-fun
Read: School burnout in kids who learn and think differently understood.org/en/articles/school-burnout-kids-adhd-learning-disabilities
Read: 6 signs your child is burned out understood.org/en/articles/signs-of-burnout-in-kids
For a transcript and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.org. understood.org/en/podcasts/the-opportunity-gap/reasons-kids-shut-down
We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at opportunitygap@understood.org.
Questions about learning and thinking differences? Get answers and expert-vetted resources by asking the AI-powered Understood Assistant:
understood.org/en/assistant?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=assistant-agn-prod&utm_content=video
Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/en/donate?sc=OG0725YTO&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=fundraising-agn-vid-opportunitygap&utm_content=video
For more resources, support, and excellent memes, subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow us on:
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#ParentingTips
#ADHDParenting
#SchoolStruggles
#EndOfSchoolYear
#LearningDifferences
