Reframing Apathy
The first webinar in a series for families to better understand neurodivergence, shift support strategies and build stronger relationships.
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About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour
Join us for Reframing Apathy, a 1-hour webinar and the first in our Neurodiversity-Affirming Approaches to Behavior series. As a parent or caregiver, it can be incredibly disheartening or even alarming to hear “I don’t care,” witness persistent refusal, or feel shut out by what looks like avoidance. This session invites you to pause and take a deeper look beneath the surface. What if these behaviors—often labeled as "apathy"—are actually signs of overwhelm, nervous system protection, or a mismatch in expectations?
Together, we’ll explore how these responses are frequently misunderstood, and how to reframe them through a neurodiversity-affirming lens. You’ll learn about the brain’s natural responses to stress, why traditional compliance-based approaches may fall short, and how to shift toward strategies that foster trust, safety, and true engagement. This webinar offers not just insight, but practical, compassionate tools to support neurodivergent individuals—along with space for your questions and reflections.
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Absolutely. While the workshop is primarily designed for families, the concepts we explore are valuable for anyone. Professionals will gain insights that can enhance their practice and deepen their understanding of neurodivergent experiences and neurodiversity-affirming supports.
Our suggested price for this hour-long workshop is $50, which helps support the time and energy that goes into creating it. That said, we want this workshop to be accessible to everyone. You’re welcome to pay any amount that feels right for you, or register for free.
ShiftEd Perspectives is a consulting group supporting families, schools, and organizations. We center the inner experience of the neurodivergent person, reframe behavior as something to get curious about, and shift outdated models of disability to build more inclusive, supportive environments.