5 creative ways to use the Understood Assistant

Since we launched the AI-powered Understood Assistant on U.org, it’s become a go-to resource for anyone who wants expert-vetted information on learning and thinking differences. The assistant answers thousands of unique questions every day. Its tailored answers are unlocking more knowledge for…

• Parents and caregivers with ADHD questions

• Teachers who need classroom strategies for dyslexia 

• Adults who wonder about accommodations that’ll help them do well at work

• And so many more

Want to understand how the assistant can help? Read on!

There’s an overwhelming amount of online information about learning and thinking differences. But a lot of it isn’t accurate. So, what sets the Understood Assistant apart from a regular search engine or ChatGPT? 

The Understood Assistant’s answers are all drawn from Understood’s own expert-vetted content. That’s a library of over 4,000 articles, plus our podcasts and research. All the responses include citations or links to recommended sources. And they’re reviewed regularly by credentialed experts. You can count on the responses to be safe and accurate. 

Chat hands-free or type your questions. However you like to do it, we’ve made it easier for you to get what you’re looking for.

• Standard text: Type a question to the assistant and get written answers.

• Voice to text, and text to voice: Ask questions using just your voice and get written answers. Or tap to hear the answers read aloud. 

• Advanced voice mode: Now, you can have a chat with the assistant! Advanced voice mode lets you have a natural, hands-free conversation. Ask a series of questions to explore a topic. Add more details. Or change the topic. It’s great for users who find it hard to type or read — or who just like talking back and forth.

Now that you know the different ways to use the Understood Assistant, try these prompts and tips for even more personalized support.

This one is so fun. Include details about your child, like their age and hobbies. That lets the Understood Assistant create personalized stories to help your child drift off to sleep. You can add even more personal details, like your child’s name, to make it special for them.

Prompt: Create a cowboys-themed sleep story for my 5-year-old son, Aidan. He has dyslexia and sometimes finds emotions challenging. This story should help him feel calm, safe, and ready for sleep.

The Understood Assistant can create personalized communication with teachers and administrators. This can help you stay organized for back-to-school, IEP meetings, and parent-teacher conferences.

Prompt: Write an introduction letter to my child’s teacher for the start of the school year. The letter should introduce my child. It should describe their learning differences and share helpful context so the teacher can better understand and support them. Please end the letter with a note of appreciation and an open, collaborative tone. 

Some conversations come with big emotions — for both parents and kids. The Understood Assistant can play out conversations and provide tips for how to manage those feelings in the moment. You can include your child’s learning difference, strengths, and interests to make it more tailored to your family.

Prompt: Create a role-play to help me with ideas for how to talk to my child when he doesn’t want to go to school, including him saying he’s sick, he has too much work to do at school, and he’s not as smart as the other students. 

Maybe you’ve tried applying general tips at home but still find yourself facing the same old challenges. General tips might not be a great fit for your family. Let the assistant guide you with specific strategies.

Prompt: My child with ADHD who’s 10 is always late for school. We’re rushing around in the mornings. What are a couple simple strategies I can use to make it easier to get to school on time?

Follow-up: We tried a routine, but it’s taking him a long time to get out of bed, so we have to rush the routine. Any tips?

Follow-up: Thanks, I’ll try that! He also fights with his brother when getting dressed, which slows us down. Any tips for that?

What type of support could help your child thrive at school? With a few details, the Understood Assistant can give you a starting point. 

Prompt: What accommodations can help a 7-year-old boy with emotional regulation at school? He has ADHD and dyslexia. He has trouble focusing in class, and he doesn’t like reading out loud because he doesn’t like his voice and reading is challenging for him.

Try the Understood Assistant. To learn more, visit our FAQ page.