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Who hasn't wished for a playbook on neurodiversity?
In our recent episode of Atypical Kids Mindful Parents Podcast, I had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Matt Zakreski, a gifted clinical psychologist, speaker, and advocate for neurodiversity. It was an enlightening conversation, and I want to share more about his insights and his book, ‘Neurodiversity Playbook’, with you.
Understanding Neurodiversity and Giftedness
During our chat, Dr. Matt illuminated the world of neurodiversity and giftedness with a perspective that was both refreshing and reassuring. As he pointed out, being gifted is not just about having a high IQ; it's about having a brain 🧠 that functions differently.
These differences can include:
emotional intensity,
social asynchrony, and sometimes,
maladaptive perfectionism.
Dr. Matt emphasizes that these differences are not deficits, but unique ways our brains can contribute to the world.
The Heart of 'Neurodiversity Playbook'
Dr. Matt's book aims to break down these concepts in a way that's both theoretical and practical—a balance…
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