41 min

Advocating for Neurodiversity with Slayton Cooper The UpTic

    • Mental Health

Today I am joined by Slayton Cooper, a high school senior valedictorian and youth ambassador for the Tourette Association of America. Slayton is a passionate advocate for Tourette Syndrome, neurodiversity, and related conditions. We explore what it means to truly embrace our unique neural landscapes in school and at work. We explore the positives and negatives of labels, the importance of advocating for your needs, and finding your most authentic self. Slayton offers profound wisdom well beyo...

Today I am joined by Slayton Cooper, a high school senior valedictorian and youth ambassador for the Tourette Association of America. Slayton is a passionate advocate for Tourette Syndrome, neurodiversity, and related conditions. We explore what it means to truly embrace our unique neural landscapes in school and at work. We explore the positives and negatives of labels, the importance of advocating for your needs, and finding your most authentic self. Slayton offers profound wisdom well beyo...

41 min