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More Than Quirky

Empowering neurodivergent people through understanding and conversation

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Quirky Infinity logo Empowering neurodivergent people through understanding and conversation

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School Report Time

A negative experience regarding school reports is common amongst the neurodivergent community. Many neurodivergent adults recall their parents being told their child should “try harder” and “apply themselves”. And, possibly the most triggering of them all, that they aren’t reaching their potential. While many neurodivergent kids are still receiving this unhelpful feedback, things are better now than they used to be. They should be better still. If your child’s report is critical and not neuroaffirming,[…]

Accommodations vs Special Treatment

The majority of established formal school systems were designed for neurotypical children. It’s a broad statement, but one that I would expect most neurodivergent people who have been through the mainstream school system would attest to. While I don’t think any teacher would choose to discriminate, by adhering to pre-existing systems without actively considering the different needs of neurodivergent students, children still experience needless trauma. There are obvious examples – such as sitting in hard[…]

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