Understanding Neurodivergent People With Dr. Matt Zakreski

Neurodivergent people are key players in developing innovative solutions for a much better world. However, society often neglects, diminishes, or outright discards them. What must be done to support them in the most meaningful ways? Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Dr. Matt Zakreski, who specializes in working with neurodivergent individuals. He explains how to employ meta communication when creating connections with them, the right way to revamp the education system in their favor, and how parents can fully support their interests. Dr. Zagreski also discusses how to address the social stigma surrounding their unique capabilities and create neurodivergent accepting communities. About Guest:Matthew "Dr. Matt" Zakreski, PsyD is a high-energy professional speaker and clinical psychologist who specializes in working with neurodivergent (gifted, 2e, ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, etc.) people. He has spoken more than 400 times all over the world on both stages and podcasts about supporting neurodivergent people in all walks of life, from schools to college to the workplace. Dr. Matt is the co-founder and lead clinician at The Neurodiversity Collective. He specializes in taking knowledge of the brain, human behavior, and clinical psychology and making that accessible and practical for people to improve their lives. Guest LinkedIn: ​​https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-zakreski-0a32358Guest Website: https://www.drmattzakreski.comGuest Social: https://www.instagram.com/drmattzakreskihttps://www.youtube.com/@drmattzakreski/videoshttps://www.facebook.com/drmattzakreskihttps://vimeo.com/drmattzakreskiAdditional Resources Mentioned:https://www.theneurodiversitycollective.comhttps://massive-virgo-12a.notion.site/Dr-Matt-Zakreski-The-Neurodiversity-Collective-dd916f285d4b488389453286c9305e5e?pvs=4 JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and our host: https://tiktok.com/@corinnabellizziInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ and our host: https://instagram.com/corinnabellizziFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.