Listen now (62 min) | In episode 2, Chris talked about their presentation at the 2021 NAGC Conference on distinguishing science from pseudoscience. Emma and Chris went over the forms and expressions of overexcitability, the connection between OE and positive disintegration, and also discussed some of the myths and misunderstandings about OEs that are found in the gifted community.
I’m so glad this framework resonates with you, Derek. It’s been a relief for me too. 🙏
I do want to say that I don’t see disability itself as the problem. It’s really the pathology paradigm that creates so much harm. The ways systems medicalize difference and intensity can make people feel broken when what’s really needed is understanding, support, and a broader developmental lens. That’s what drew me to this work.
It's such a relief to find this approach! It breaks my heart hearing so many people embracing the disability paradigm.
I’m so glad this framework resonates with you, Derek. It’s been a relief for me too. 🙏
I do want to say that I don’t see disability itself as the problem. It’s really the pathology paradigm that creates so much harm. The ways systems medicalize difference and intensity can make people feel broken when what’s really needed is understanding, support, and a broader developmental lens. That’s what drew me to this work.