In Module 5 of the AUTISTIC syllabus, “AUTISTIC is… Sensitive,” we invite you to delve into the sensory world of neurodivergent individuals. Facilitated by Dr. Liliya T. Bakiyeva Wheatcraft, this workshop aims to uncover the complexity and intensity of sensory experiences in neurodivergence, offering insights and strategies to support those who navigate the world with heightened sensitivity.
Workshop Highlights:
- Understanding Sensory Sensitivity: Explore the broad spectrum of sensory experiences unique to neurodivergent individuals, from hypersensitivity to hyposensitivity and everything in between.
- Supportive Strategies: Learn how to create supportive environments and employ practical strategies to accommodate and embrace the sensory needs of neurodivergent individuals.
- Empowerment Through Sensory Understanding: Discover how understanding and respecting sensory experiences can empower neurodivergent individuals, enhancing their comfort and ability to engage with the world.
What You Will Gain:
- Deeper Awareness: Gain a deeper awareness of the sensory aspects of neurodivergence, appreciating the diverse ways in which sensory information can be processed.
- Tools for Support: Equip yourself with tools and strategies to effectively support neurodivergent individuals in managing sensory challenges, fostering a sense of security and understanding.
- Enhanced Empathy and Inclusion: Enhance your empathy for neurodivergent sensory experiences, contributing to more inclusive and accommodating spaces in all aspects of life.
Course Content
Presenter
Dr Liliya T Bakiyeva Wheatcraft
In her early 40s, Dr Wheatcraft has an impressive portfolio with dual expertise in autism & ADHD specifically, as a full Member of Royal College of Psychiatrists AND an adult diagnosed with autism & ADHD in her 4th decade.
