Programs

It is debatable who coined or theorised the concept ‘Neurodiversity’.  For instance, it is claimed that in the late 1990s Judy Singer, an Australian sociologist was the first person to coin the term.  However, there is claim that the theory was developed collectively (Monique Botham et al volume 28, Issue 6).  Nevertheless, 3 decades later Neurodivergent and ‘Neurotypical’ have become the new ‘buzz’ words. A neurodivergent person is considered opposite to a neurotypical person. A neurotypical person has a brain that processes information in a standard or typical way like peers.  Meanwhile, a neurodivergent person processes information in a different or not the typical or atypical manner.  Contrary to the days, when many did not understand or have knowledge of what neurodiversity entailed many parents and children struggled.  Therefore, most children were misunderstood, mistreated in addition to being labelled or stigmatised by negative experiences.  Nowadays, with more awareness it is understandable that it does not mean that there is something wrong with children’s brain or their brain is working incorrectly.  Today, more people are being diagnosed, and this means that approximately 15– 20% fall into this category.  Therefore, it is not a rare phenomenon. This is where SSK has been heavily associated with parents and children especially children from preschool age who are on the onset showing signs of ADHD.  SSK’s staff is relatable within the context of neurodivergent. The team consists of an ADHD Early Interventionist who is already spreading awareness.  from preschool age upwards gain the opportunity for early intervention with mild autism and ADHD symptoms. This Program has been going remarkably well.  The requirement for the program includes a short questionnaire to ensure children receive the appropriate services.  The organization presents with a psychiatrist with speciality in providing ADHD advice to those who are diagnosed