As we approach the holiday season in the Global North, it is important to acknowledge that this time of year (mid-October to January) can be stressful and overwhelming for many people, especially for those who are Neurodivergent and benefit from routine and controlled environments. In this blog, I offer some adaptive strategies to calm our minds and bodies.

American schools must prioritize supporting the growing population of racially and neurodiverse students. Studies show that teachers fail to identify Neurodiverse factors in Black and Latino/a/e children compared to other children. Learn how to create an affirming school culture that affirms the needs of all students.