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Unlocking Understanding: Understanding Neurodivergence & ADHD

Join us for a one-hour crash course that delves into the world of neurodivergence and ADHD. This workshop will equip attendees with both essential knowledge and practical tools that will help them to better understand and support neurodivergent foster youth/youth with ADHD.
You’ll learn:
Fundamental concepts of neurodivergence and ADHD
- The visible and subtle manifestations of neurodivergence and ADHD
-Why many typical behavioral approaches aren’t successful for neurodivergent youth (and what to do instead)
-How ADHD and/or neurodivergence can impact executive functioning skills such as planning ahead, self-control, following multiple-step directions, staying focused, and more (and how you can help)
- Practical advice and actionable tips, tricks, and tools to support neurodivergent foster youth more effectively

By the end of this workshop, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of neurodivergence and ADHD, and be armed with practical strategies for supporting neurodivergent foster youth.

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