In It | Talking about neurodivergence and gender identity with Kade Friedman
Many people who learn and think differently are also on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. This can be a lot for kids—and their families—to navigate.
In this episode of In It, Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek talk to Kade Friedman. Kade is the Director of Education for PINE–the Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education.
Kade identifies as non-binary and neurodivergent. They work with teachers to guide them on teaching neurodivergent, disabled, and gender expansive students. They also work with families of neurodivergent and gender questioning kids.
Related resources
3 tips for talking to kids with ADHD who are discovering their queer identity
https://www.understood.org/en/article...
Why it’s important to support LGBTQIA+ kids with learning differences
https://www.understood.org/en/article...
Podcast: Being trans with ADHD
https://www.understood.org/en/podcast...
PFLAG: Upcoming Neurodiversity & Gender Diversity Meetings
https://www.pflagnyc.org/neurodiversi...
Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give
