068 What's the Difference Between Neurodiversity vs Neurodivergence? Could My Kids Have It? with Amanda Riley

Send us Fan MailListen to this episode, "What's the Difference Between Neurodiversity vs Neurodivergence? Could My Kids Have It? with Amanda Riley" as Founder, Thriving with Neurodiversity/ Change Manager/Communication Strategist/ Top 50 Global Neurodiversity Evangalist, Amanda Riley joins Dori Durbin.This episode dives into neurodiversity, neurodivergence, and what it's like living with conditions like ADHD and autism. Amanda Riley shares her family's experiences thriving with multiple neurodivergent diagnoses under one roof. We discuss common misconceptions, emphasizing strengths versus deficits, effective coaching and support strategies, medication considerations, and more. Gain insight into the joys and challenges of neurodiversity, practical ways to foster self-advocacy and confidence in neurodivergent kids, and tips for raising awareness and acceptance. Amanda also shares:Understanding Neurodiversity and NeurodivergenceRecognizing ADHD and Autism in Family MembersThe Effects and Benefits of ADHD MedicationCoaching Strategies for Late-Diagnosed AdultsSupporting Your Neurodivergent ChildFostering Self-Advocacy in Neurodivergent KidsStrengths of the Neurodivergent BrainTips for Talking to Your Kids about Their DiagnosisRaising Awareness and Flipping the NarrativeAmanda's Contact InformationMore About Amanda:I combine my passion, lived experience and a 20+ year career in change and engagement to raise awareness and acceptance of neurodiversity with individuals, teams and businesses.   Experience20+ years in communication, change & facilitation, in Australia and Overseas45 years of experience living with undiagnosed ADHDFive years living with diagnosed ADHDPost Graduate Certificate in Positive Psychology – Melbourne UniversityAccredited Strengths Profile PractitionerVIA Character Strengths Professional, VIA Institute on CharacterFollow Amanda:https://www.thrivingwithneurodiversity.com.auhttps://linktr.ee/thrivingwithneurodiversity https://www.instagram.com/thrivingwithneurodiversity/Did you love this episode? Discover more here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thats-good-parenting/id1667186115More about Dori Durbin:Dori Durbin is a Christian wife, mom, author, illustrator, and a kids’ book coach who after experiencing a life-changing illness, quickly switched gears to follow her dream. She creates kids’ books to provide a fun and safe passageway for kids and parents to dig deeper and experience empowered lives. Dori also coaches non-fiction authors, professionals, and aspiring authors to “kid-size” their content into informational and engaging kids’ books! Find out more here:  https://doridurbin.com/Buy Dori's Kids' Books:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Dori-Durbin/author/B087BFC2KZThinking about writing a kids' book?  Book a Chat with Dori:https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/dori/passionsconvLeave Me a Voice Mail:https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/330792/3/7kw9b6uaamr0cs6tIntro for TDP (version 2)