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The Emerging Challenges of Neurodiversity in the Classroom
The concept of neurodiversity was first developed in the context of autistic people’s lived experience
(and a much-needed adjustment away from conceptualising living with ASD as a “disorder” that needs
“fixing”). The concept focused on brain-based ASD traits that were not neurotypical, some of which were
strengths, and some of which benefited from greater support, understanding and adaptation (particularly in
the classroom). Subsequently, it has been applied to other neurodevelopmental and/or neuropsychiatric
conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), speech and language disorders, specific learning disorders (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyspraxia), and Motor Disorders (e.g., Tourette’s Disorder). The benefits and challenges of utilising “neurodiversity” to describe students requiring additional support will be questioned and explored.
Presenter
John Blythe
Principal Clinical Psychologist and Director - John Blythe Child Psychology Clinics. Adjunct Fellow - University of Western Sydney.
Seminar and NEW Individual Membership (until Friday 31st May 2024)
$68
Seminar and NEW School Membership (until Friday 31st May 2024)
$85
2 registrants permitted @ member rate per Individual Membership (Member + Guest).
6 staff permitted @ member rate per School/organisation Membership
Refund of fees, less 30% administration, will be available up to 14 days prior to conference commencement. No cancellations accepted later than 14 days to conference. Substitute delegates welcomed at no extra charge.
 
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