The Neurodiversity Affirming Model and Schools - An Introduction

Welcome to Episode 1! In this first episode, we dive into the Neurodiversity Affirming Model - what it is, why it matters, and how it differs from the traditional medical model. Key Take Ways Covered: Introduction to the neurodiversity affirming model and how it fits within the education system. Comparison between the medical model and neurodiversity affirming model. Explanation of key concepts within the neurodiversity movement. Prevalence of neurodivergence in classrooms (just how many neurotypical students are in your class?) Practical resources and recommendations for teachers and clinicians. This Week's Recommendations: Neurowild's 'Neurodiversity Cupcakes' Infographic 'The Brain Forest' by Sandhya Menon Bumper: A Whole Body Learner Minds Of All Kinds Are Learning Here - Classroom Door Display (Freebie!) References https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2789926  https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/children-youth/australias-children/contents/health/children-mental-illness  Prevalence of Developmental Dyslexia in Primary School Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis  Developmental Language Disorder | NIDCD (nih.gov)