Supporting your neurodivergent kid’s gifts

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Neurodivergent people function a little bit differently, like

 
  • A different internal clock, experiencing the passage of time differently

  • Sensory sensitivities that can be hugely stressful

 

Both of these differences can create what are perceived as challenging behaviors.

 

How parents and teachers respond can make all the difference.