S2 E13 | Are We Failing Students with Autism? Two Experts Reveal the Truth.

So many autistic and neurodivergent students are misunderstood, masked, or completely missed in today’s classrooms, and teachers are left without the training or tools to support them.

In this episode, I’m joined by psychologists Dr Christine and Dr Sam from Neurodiversity Docs to break down the realities of autism, ASC, executive function, and how teachers can support students who are struggling but not showing it.

We discuss:

• Why autistic girls and AFAB students are chronically under-identified

• How masking hides needs until students burn out

• What teachers should look for when a student is “fine” academically but struggling socially or emotionally

• The difference between skill deficits and oppositional behaviour

• Practical, classroom-ready strategies teachers can use tomorrow

• Why so many students have executive function difficulties post-pandemic

• What teachers can do when they feel unsupported or undertrained.

This is an honest, compassionate conversation about autism acceptance, inclusive classrooms, and small adjustments that make a huge difference to autistic and neurodivergent learners.

Follow Dr Christine and Dr Sam on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theneurodiversitydocs/

Books: Autism Rules by Dr. Christine Le Available on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/ya7v7zwk

The Hawaii Snowman by Dr. Christine Le Available on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/mryphj5w