Ripples of Resilience
Ripples of Resilience
Jana Marie Foundation
Understanding Neurodiversity: Strengths, Needs, And Better Fits
19 minutes Posted Feb 25, 2026 at 1:00 pm.
Welcome And Today’s Focus
Defining Neurodiversity
Natural Variation In Brains
Causes: Temperament And Environment
The Fit Between Brain And Context
Movement Origins And Inclusion
Coaching Kids And Adapting Settings
ADHD As A Case Study
Practical Classroom Supports
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What if the problem isn’t the child, but the match between their brain and the demands around them? We dive into neurodiversity with clinical child psychologist and parenting coach Dr. Peter Montminy to reframe “difference” as natural human variation and offer practical ways to help kids thrive at school and at home. From attention, emotion, and sensory processing to learning preferences and communication styles, we unpack why some brains soar with novelty and movement while others excel with...