Symposium Celebrates Neurodiversity
The BVI Beacon reports that neurodiversity took centre stage this month at Lemonade BVI’s second annual ADHD and Dyslexia Symposium.
More than 150 people attended the event, held on Oct. 11 at the Save the Seed Energy Centre, with the goal of building understanding, promoting inclusion, and celebrating neurodiversity across the territory.
- Attendees included parents, educators, medical professionals, community leaders, and others.
- 15 attendees came from Virgin Gorda.
Following a prayer from Apostle Curnal Fahie, psychiatrist Dr. Jardine Torno delivered a presentation titled
“The Changing Face of ADHD: From Childhood Signs to Adult Realities”.
A morning panel, themed
“Perspectives on ADHD: Is ADHD Just an Excuse for Bad Behaviour?”, featured a discussion with various experts.
Author's summary: Symposium promotes neurodiversity awareness.