As SLPs, many of us were only taught one way of thinking when it came to working with neurodivergent students. But what if I told you there is another way to approach working with them that could make a world of difference in these students’ lives? 

In this episode, I sat down with Stephanie Boron to talk about how we can flip the script when working with neurodivergent kids. Stephanie shares some fresh insights that not only give these kids better support but also help them rock their goals like never before!

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Stephanie’s journey to getting her own neurodivergent diagnosis
• Why we all need to stop what we’re doing and learn about neurodivergent-affirming practices
• The types of goals we should be working on when it comes to neurodivergent students
• The power of honoring our students' communication attempts, no matter what they are
• Creating a culture in the school system to embrace the changes that need to be made
• Books by neurodivergent authors to share with neurodivergent students
• One requirement kids are expected to meet at school that is leading to autistic burnout
• The importance of embracing neurodiversity in our speech rooms

It is more important than ever that we get on board with neurodiversity-affirming practices so that we can give our students the support they really need. Tune in to learn how! 

Full show notes available at www.speechtimefun.com/188

Resources Mentioned: 

Visit Stephanie’s website: https://www.bemespeech.com/

Check out Stephanie’s free resources: https://www.bemespeech.com/work

Follow Stephanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bemespeech/

Neurodiversity Affirming Approaches to Supporting Autistic Children: http://www.speechtimefun.com/181

Check out the books mentioned: 

A Day With No Words: https://a.co/d/dvTcFgK

My Autistic Mama: https://a.co/d/7JN5VVq

I Will Die On This Hill: https://a.co/d/3SDl85h

Uniquely Human: https://a.co/d/4QdV1nh

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