Neurodiversity 101: Autism, ADHD and beyond…

Embracing Neurodiversity

Please contact Nathalie van Dort – [email protected] / 021 066 9811  for further information on this training or visit the website.

Unlocking Neurodiversity: Embrace Differences, Empower Minds

Delve into the fascinating world of neurodiversity and learn how different brains operate uniquely.
Are you ready to gain a deeper understanding of neurodiversity, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, OCD, and beyond? Join us for an enlightening workshop designed to broaden your knowledge and expertise, empowering you to better support neurodivergent individuals in your personal and professional life.

Essential Topics Covered:

What is autism, ADHD, FASD, trauma, dyslexia, OCD and more. How does it impact the brain and potential strategies to support neurodivergent people.

  • Understanding the concept of neurodiversity and neurodivergence
  • Different types of neurodivergence
  • Sex and gender difference considerations
  • Models of disability
  • Understand overshadowing and hands on tips to avoid it
  • Strength based approach to neurodivergence
  • Commonalities and differences among different types of neurodivergence

When: next 2025 date TBC, 9am – 3.30pm

Where: Online via Zoom

Cost: Earybird – $325 inc GST. Standard – $375.00 inc GST

The price stated is per person.

Contact:  Nathalie van Dort – [email protected] / 021 066 9811

For more information and to register – please visit the website:

https://www.grow.co.nz/101-neurodiversity-autism-adhd-and-beyond/

FAQs

Q Workshop Aims

- Gain Knowledge and Understanding
- Gain a deeper understanding of how brains can operate differently, building understanding around neurodiversity, including autism and ADHD, FASD, trauma and more.
- Enhance your Practice
- Explore how change in viewing neurodiversity and taking a social perspective can make a big difference to mental wellbeing of neurodivergent people.
- Enact Solutions
- Take a strengths-based approach to understanding neurodivergence and the neurodivergent functioning of the brain of neurodivergent clients, students and co-workers.

Q Who Should Attend

This workshop is for anyone who wants to gain deeper understandings of the needs of Autistic people and people with ADHD, OCD and other neurodivergent experiences. Including but not limited to therapists and group therapists, educators, education specialists, support workers, support specialists, team leads, and community workers.

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