Neurodiversity with Theo Smith
Health & Fitness:Mental Health
Ep 4: A-Z of Parenting - Ceri Reed A Whole Family Approach Nurturing a Child's Strengths
In this conversation, Theo Smith and Ceri Reed discuss the challenges faced by neurodiverse families and the need for parental support.
They highlight the impact of neurodivergence on parents' careers and income, as well as the mental health challenges they face.
They emphasise the importance of a needs-led approach in education and the need for parents to advocate for their children.
They also discuss the need for a whole family approach and the role of third-sector support. The conversation touches on the lack of sustainable support hubs and the challenges faced by young people during transitions.
The conversation covers various topics related to supporting neurodivergent children in school, including anxiety, social and emotional needs, educational support, and individual strengths.
The importance of modeling positive behavior and avoiding catastrophising is emphasised. Chapters could be organised around these themes.
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Keywords
neurodivergent families, parental support, needs-led approach, advocacy, whole family approach, third-sector support, support hubs, transitions, neurodivergent children, school support, anxiety, social and emotional needs, educational support, individual strengths
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