Guest: Jeff Brown. What does it truly mean to see a child — not just their behaviour, but the brain and experiences underneath it?

In this episode of The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast, host Paul Cruz is joined by educator and author Jeff Brown, a high school teacher with over 25 years of experience and lived experience as an autistic and ADHD adult. Together, they explore how slowing down our perception can transform classrooms, homes, and lives.

Jeff shares why behaviour is so often misunderstood, how neurodivergent students are mislabeled as "lazy" or "defiant," and what becomes possible when adults choose curiosity over judgment. From sensory overload and rejection sensitivity to discipline systems and long-term self-worth, this conversation reframes advocacy as something that begins with how we see people — long before paperwork or policy.

This episode is especially meaningful for:

• Neurodivergent youth who've felt misunderstood
• Parents and caregivers seeking a more compassionate lens
• Educators looking to build inclusive, supportive classrooms

When people feel seen, they feel safer. And when they feel safe, they can grow.

Book Website: https://www.jeffbrownsclassroom.com/books/seeing-people

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