AUTISTIC is… Timeblind: Module 3

Content Outline

1. Time Management

  • Allocation

  • Estimation

  • Scheduling

  • Keeping time

  • Time Pressure

2. How things go wrong, and how you can help

  • When do things go wrong?

  • Objective signs.

  • Subjective symptoms.

  • Getting things back on track.

Workshop Overview

  • Decoding Timeblindness: Delve into the neurodivergent experience of time, exploring why traditional concepts of time management may fail and how time perception differs.

  • Strategies for Success: Learn effective techniques and interventions to support neurodivergent individuals in mastering time management, scheduling, and overcoming time-related anxiety.

  • Creating Inclusive Environments: Discover how to adapt environments and routines to accommodate the unique time-related needs of neurodivergent minds, fostering success and reducing stress.

What You Will Gain

  • Deeper Understanding: Achieve a profound comprehension of the impact of time perception differences on neurodivergent lives and the challenges they face in conventional settings.

  • Actionable Tools: Equip yourself with practical tools and strategies to assist neurodivergent individuals in navigating time management more effectively, enhancing their autonomy and competence.

  • Supportive Practices: Learn to implement supportive practices and accommodations that acknowledge and respect neurodivergent time experiences, promoting inclusivity and understanding.

Is It For Me?

We warmly invite both autistic and neurotypical individuals to this workshop, specifically targeting healthcare professionals, educators, parents, and practitioners with personal experiences of neurodivergence. This session is crafted to be enriching for anyone eager to deepen their understanding of neurodivergence and to enhance their support for neurodivergent individuals across various contexts—be it within professional roles, familial relationships, or educational environments. Join us to expand your knowledge and skills, and to foster a more inclusive and supportive approach to managing anxiety in neurodivergent minds.