Session 102

Instructional Level: Intermediate

In a world that has becoming increasingly more aware of neurodivergence, there is still more work to be done in increasing knowledge and insight into the need for independence, resilience and growth. There have been longstanding barriers to first understanding neurodivergence and its various presentations in individuals.  As we see those barriers being knocked down, we are now faced with tackling the barriers of understanding how to promote independence for individuals requiring our support.

Learning Objectives:

1. Define neurodivergence and describe from a strength-based and trauma-informed approach how to support resilience and independence.
2. Identify a minimum of three strategies for prompting meaningful independence.
3. Recognize systemic and interpersonal barriers to independence and resilience.