Essential skills for parenting neurodivergent children, from managing expectations to dealing with discomfort.

In this episode, I’m talking with Dr. Matt Zakreski, a clinical psychologist, founder of the Neurodiversity Collective, and co-host of the Nerding Out on Neurodiversity Podcast.

We’re sharing personal stories and expert advice on managing expectations and finding community support.

Dr. Matt introduces his book, 'The Neurodiversity Playbook,' aimed at helping parents and neurodivergent individuals navigate a neurotypical world.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Understanding the Brain's Default to Self-Blame

00:35 Introduction to Atypical Kids Mindful Parents Podcast

01:18 Meet Dr. Matt: Expert in Neurodiversity

02:12 Challenges of Parenting Neurodivergent Children

05:49 The Importance of Community and Support

08:24 Curiosity Over Fury: A Parenting Strategy

12:19 The Role of Mindfulness in Parenting

19:52 Giftedness and Neurodiversity: Definitions and Misconceptions

24:59 The Pressure of Perfectionism

25:38 Gifted Kids and Society's Expectations

26:05 A Personal Story of Burnout and Happiness

27:19 Introducing the Book: Theory and Practice

28:22 Understanding Neurodivergence

29:40 The Flash and Neurodivergent Kids

33:17 Helping a Dad Connect with His Son

39:05 Core Values and Parenting

41:36 Sensory Needs and Authentic Parenting

42:50 Conclusion