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Neurodiverse Me: Understanding Neurodiversity - Starter
Course Summary
Code: S00101
Location: COLLAR FACTORY, TAUNTON
Places: Available
Cost: £0 - £64 - See Details Details
Starting: 28 November 2024
Day: Thursday
Time: 13:00
Duration: 4 sessions over 4 week(s)
By continuing you confirm that you are aged 19 or over and have agreed to the the terms and conditions
Description
This course is run by Autism Somerset.
Ever wanted to fully understand what it means to be neurodiverse?
This course, open to over 19s with neurodiversity including autism, ADHD, or any other example, is designed to you to build confidence and develop strategies to minimise anxiety. A diagnosis is not needed to attend this course.
Through exploring your own thinking processes and sensory needs, you'll gain valuable tools to enhance your wellbeing. Whether you're undiagnosed, seeking a diagnosis, on the diagnostic pathway, or newly diagnosed, this course offers support, insight, and a chance to connect with others who share similar experiences.
What this course explores
- Understanding anxiety and its impact on the brain
- Tools to manage and minimise anxiety
- Communication strategies for better interactions
- Exploring thinking processes and sensory processing needs
- Building resilience and confidence in everyday life
Session Breakdown:
1. Introductions to the course and peer group, discussions around communication strategies, preferences and assumptions
2. Deeper exploration of anxiety and how this is experienced, as well as what strategies can be put in place to minimise the negative impact this has on your life
3. Considering thinking processes through looking at our filing cabinet analogy of the brain
4. Exploring sensory processing differences, including sensation seeking or sensation avoidant behaviours
Join us to gain practical strategies and connect with others in a supportive environment. Perfect for over-19s with neurodiversity, whether diagnosed or undiagnosed!
What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course is suitable if you're a beginner and want to learn about this subject, and you don't have relevant knowledge or experience.
What will I need to bring?
Please bring photo ID with you e.g. passport or driving licence.
Will I be assessed?
There is no formal assessment for this course. Your tutor will provide feedback to help you improve.
What can I do next?
At the end of this course, if you'd like to continue with your learning in this subject, you'll be able to progress onto our Developer Level courses.
Our workshops and courses are designed to provide essential skills, develop confidence and resilience, improve your health and wellbeing, prepare you for further learning or employment, provide ways to learn with your family and build communities. We have a wide range of workshops and courses, and you can explore more on our website. There's something for everyone!
Time and duration
Start Date: 28 November 2024
Start Time: 13:00
Day: Thursday Afternoon
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 4
Location
COLLAR FACTORY, TAUNTON
Room 1.08
112 St Augustine Street
Taunton
Somerset TA1 1QN