Strategies to Teach Parents and Caregivers of System-Involved Youth about Neurodiversity

Nicole Kelly, Psy.D. & Nancy Acosta, Psy.D.

Training Description

With the growing awareness of neurodiversity and the number of system-involved youth diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder, it’s important for parents and caregivers to learn about neurodiversity. This training will equip participants with information needed to provide psychoeducation to parents and caregivers about neurodiversity. Without this knowledge, parents and caregivers can unintentionally place unrealistic neurotypical demands and expectations on neurodiverse system-involved youth.

Learning Objectives

· Participants will be able to explain what “neurodiversity” means.

· Participants will be able to explain the importance of utilizing and promoting a “neurodiversity affirming lens” to others who support system-involved youth.