Sharing the Diagnosis: Talking to Your Child About Their Neurodiversity

Program Type:

Child Development & Parenting

Age Group:

Adults
Registration for this event will be open from December 22, 2024 @ 8:00am to January 14, 2025 @ 6:30pm.
Allowed Ages: 0 - 12 months to 5

Program Description

Valid Westchester Library Card

Please note that going forward, a valid Westchester Library Card will be needed for registration. We are gathering information to meet the needs of our patrons.

Event Details

For parents of school aged children

When your child receives a diagnosis of ADHD, ASD, or other form of neurodiversity, it can be difficult to know if or how to share the information with them. Dr. Yael Rothman, author of the book Different Thinkers: ADHD, will explain why it is important for children to understand how their brain works and how they think and learn. In addition, strategies will be provided for how parents and caregivers can speak with their children about their diagnoses.

Registration is online only and begins Sunday, December 22 at 8am.
Registration is required.
Registrations will not be accepted via email.

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.