Are you noticing that some of your children are doing things a bit differently? Are they in motion all the time, wriggling about in circle time, playing differently than other children? Are you seeing traits that you think may be attributed to ADHD or Autism? All children’s behaviour depends on how safe they feel in themselves, their environment and in their relationship with a caring adult. Let’s talk about what you might be seeing and why it might be happening.

Pam Collins is a late-identified neurodivergent parent to two amazing multiply neurodivergent adult sons. She provides Neurodiverse-Affirming parent coaching, consulting and education services to families and community partners and has been supporting families for over 25 years. She is also a volunteer with the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint.