Handout

Moving Towards Neurodiversity

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Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page

Population:

Pediatric

Discipline:

SLP

Diagnosis:

AutismLanguage DevelopmentLiteracyPediatric Brain Injury

Current society is still very much in the “normal vs. abnormal” mindset when it comes to neurological differences. This handout is designed with parents/caregivers in mind and provides the basics of the concept of neurodiversity. It is presented in contrast to the current dominant normal vs. abnormal model. This printable handout is for speech-language pathologists working with pediatric patients, covering Autism, Language Development, Literacy and Pediatric Brain Injury. Print Resource, US Letter, 1 page. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

  • How do I explain neurodiversity to patients and families in therapy?
  • How can I shift therapy goals to align with neurodiversity principles?
  • What is the difference between neurodiversity and deficit based models?

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