Workshops
Empowering Minds, Embracing Differences
Supporting Neurodiversity: ADHD is an engaging and informative workshop designed as a professional training resource for educators and organizations that promotes inclusion and support for neurodivergent individuals. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, employer, or ally, this workshop will provide a deeper understanding of ADHD/AuDHD as well as practical tools and insights to help foster an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse thinking.
Possible topics
01
Impacts on the brain
How we’re wired – Differences in thinking, learning, processing
02
Executive Functions
Skills and barriers including time management, memory, organization, & motivation
03
ADHD traits
Including inattention, impulsive behavior, all or nothing thinking, memory challenges
04
Strength-based support
Identify and build on strengths, embrace neurodiversity
07
Overwhelm / Burnout
Emotional regulation, Spoon Theory, stress & anxiety
10
Understanding the Self
Imposter Syndrome, navigating changes and transitions, new diagnoses, self-advocacy and recognizing personal needs, sense of justice, shame and self-esteem
05
Parenting
Navigating parenting as a neurodivergent person, or parenting neurodivergent persons – or both
08
Co-existing Conditions
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, & others
11
Interpersonal relationships
boundary setting, navigating challenging social interactions, lacking inherent social hierarchy, trust, pattern recognition & ‘vibes’, needing justice
06
Accessibility and Sensory Sensitivities
building inclusive spaces, seeking vs avoidant, support strategies
09
Addressing Stereotypes
Clarifying common misunderstandings, harmful misinformation, and best practice
12
Real Examples
Sharing first-hand experiences, demonstrations, and participation in activities
& more