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Stephanie BERMED

Stephanie BERMED is a special education teacher and neurodiversity specialist, founder of IEPFOCUS.COM and the IEPPLANNERS community (515,000+ members). She creates evidence-based IEP resources, strategies, and guides for ADHD, autism, AuDHD, and PDA — used by educators and families across the United States. All content reflects a neuroaffirmative, strengths-based approach grounded in current research.
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50 Best Motivational Quotes for Special Education Teachers [2026]

50 powerful motivational quotes for special education teachers — organized by purpose, resilience, inclusion & more. Save, share, and stay inspired.
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School

Executive Function Accommodations for IEP Students: A Complete Classroom Guide for SPED Teachers 2026

Executive function accommodations for IEP students support ADHD, autism & LD learners. 30+ classroom strategies that actually work — complete SPED guide.
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About : BERMED

I am a special education teacher based in the United States, with more than 10 years of experience working alongside neurodivergent students and the educators and families who support them
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Conditions

Understanding Dyslexia Support: A Complete 2026 Guide for Educators

Dyslexia support guide for educators, parents & IEP teams in 2026: structured literacy, accommodations, IEP goals, tech tools & the BERMED framework. Evidence-based
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Teen & Adult Life

Women With ADHD and Hormones: What Research Says in 2026

Women with ADHD and hormones face unique challenges at every life stage. Here's what the 2026 research actually says about estrogen, dopamine, and what helps.
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Non-Food Mouthing in Autistic Students: What Every SPED Teacher Must Know (2026)

Non-food mouthing in autism goes beyond pica. Discover why nonverbal students mouth objects, what drives the behavior, and what actually works in your classroom.
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Advocating for Your Child with Special Needs: The Complete 2026 Parent Guide

Learn how to advocate powerfully for your child with special needs. IEP meetings, school rights, evaluations & self-advocacy strategies — practical 2026 guide for parents.
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Educational Management for Students with Cerebral Palsy (2026 Guide)

Proven classroom strategies for students with cerebral palsy: IEP goals, AAC, AT tools, UDL & motor supports. Complete 2026 guide for inclusive education teachers.
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