About this episode

The episode discusses how to support neurodivergent kids in education by focusing on their strengths and building confidence.

What Helps Neurodivergent Kids Thrive When School Doesn’t Fit? What happens when a child isn’t failing because they can’t learn, but because the system isn’t built for how they learn? In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Jeremy Tiegerman to talk about what truly helps neurodivergent students grow. We get into the teachers who change everything, why confidence can matter just as much as accommodations, and what families need to hear when they feel worn down. I also share parts of my own school story, because this topic isn’t abstract for me, it’s personal. You’ll hear why self-advocacy can’t wait until college, what schools still miss about autistic and learning disabled students, and why labels only tell part of the story. Dr. Tiegerman also explains the bigger mission behind his family’s work and the belief that no child should be counted out. If you’re a parent, educator, caregiver, or someone finding your way after a diagnosis, I think this episode will leave you with hope, and maybe a few hard questions worth sitting with. About the Guest Dr. Jeremy Tiegerman is a psychologist and Chief Operating Officer of Tiegerman, an organization that supports children and adults…

People in this episode

Host: Reid

Guest: Dr. Jeremy Tiegerman

Topics covered

• neurodivergent kids
• education
• confidence
• advocacy
• family support
• self-advocacy

Keywords

• neurodivergent
• education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Tiegerman

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