SLP 332 Understanding Time Blindness Essential Strategies for Supporting Neurodiverse Students

SLP 332 Understanding Time Blindness Essential Strategies for Supporting Neurodiverse Students

February 8, 2026 · 26 min · Episode 332

About this episode

This episode discusses essential strategies for supporting neurodiverse students, focusing on time blindness and practical tips for educators.

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Time Blindness: neurodiverse individuals struggle to perceive passing time accurately. ✅ Visual Timers: make time visible and accessible for all students. ✅ Digital Schedules: portable schedules with digital time beat analog clocks. ✅ Task Breakdown: split work into smaller parts to reduce overwhelm. ✅ Warnings: give five-minute warnings before transitions or activity endings. ✅ Routines: work backward from bedtime to plan evening schedule. ✅ Reinforcement: acknowledge when children manage time well and independently. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/visual-timers-neurodiverse-students Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

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