An increasing number of Australian children are being diagnosed with variations in their brain development. These can include attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism and dyslexia. Authors Madonna King and Rebecca Sparrow have surveyed and interviewed almost 2000 Australians, including medical experts, educators, neurodivergent children and their parents, to gather together the best and most useful advice to ensure neurodivergent (ND) children take their rightful place in classrooms and workplaces.

Out of the Box offers best-practice advice on diagnosis, navigating ongoing challenges, such as fitting in with friend groups, discipline and learning at school. It also provides vital advice for teens, including driving, living independently and applying for jobs.

For social, family and educational settings, where there is still not enough understanding, and certainly not enough support for ND kids, this essential guide offers hope, insight and practical help.

Includes downloadable resources for parents, educators, and ND kids and teens.

About the Authors:

Madonna King is an award-winning journalist and author, whose understanding of teenage lives is valued through speaking and writing engagements across the nation. As a journalist and commentator, she continues to work across TV, radio and online, and all her books are based on hundreds of expert interviews. Her best-selling parenting books give a voice to tweens and teens aged 8-18 and include Ten-Ager, Being 14, Fathers and Daughters, L Platers and Saving our Kids. Madonna travels Australia, talking to school communities and students about the challenges that mark their teen years.

Rebecca Sparrow is a teen educator, the author of six books and the host of ABC's Parental As Anything teens podcast. Each year, Bec speaks to thousands of tweens and teens (and their parents) about how to recognise and nurture strong friendships, navigate conflict and set healthy boundaries. Her online friendship webinars are watched in lounge rooms across the world. Bec is also an ambassador for The Lady Musgrave Trust, which provides support and services to young women facing homelessness. Learn more at rebeccasparrow.com

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