#1121 - What Neurodivergent Kids Need at School With Madonna King & Rebecca Sparrow

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Raising a neurodivergent child can feel like an uphill battle, especially within a rigid school system. In this episode, Dr. Justin Coulson, along with Madonna King and Rebecca Sparrow, share essential strategies for empowering neurodivergent children and offer hope to parents navigating this challenging path.

In this episode:

  • Out of the Box: A Guide to Navigating Neurodivergence by Madonna King and Rebecca Sparrow
  • Common struggles of ND kids
  • Undiagnosed girls
  • Masking & camouflaging
  • Lack of training & resources in schools

  • 3 basic psychological needs

  • Parent-school partnerships

  • Homeschooling
  • Tips for ND kids starting a new school

Related Links:

  • Supporting Autistic Children [The Course] 
  • Help For The ADHD Parent
  • Championing Neurodiversity Webinar
  • One-Minute Wellbeing: Fifty Quick Tips for Educators 

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