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SLP 301: Rant: Is Our System Failing Neurodiverse Students?

Author
Sue Larkey
Published
Mon 09 Jun 2025
Episode Link
https://suelarkey.libsyn.com/slp-301-rant-is-our-system-failing-neurodiverse-students

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In this episode, we will discuss:

✅ 4% of students receive suspensions, many in early years. ✅ Neurodiverse children are three years behind developmentally in regulation. ✅ Current behavior systems don't work for neurodiverse students. ✅ Emotional regulation should be taught like reading recovery programs. ✅ Mind blindness prevents understanding of others' emotions completely. ✅ Executive functioning includes impulse control and emotional regulation skills. ✅ Calm classrooms require teaching children to self-regulate emotions.

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