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How Hand Gestures Can Support Communication for Those With Autism and ADHD, and/or Language Impairments

How Hand Gestures Can Support Communication for Those With Autism and ADHD, and/or Language Impairments
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The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation is hosting a webinar featuring Dr. Modyanova to discuss how hand gestures can assist communication for individuals with autism, ADHD, and language impairments. The session aims to provide insights into linguistic and cognitive science research regarding neurodivergent communication support.

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This research offers practical, non-verbal communication strategies that can significantly improve the quality of life and social integration for neurodivergent individuals.

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A Free Webinar from the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation

Dr. Modyanova is an Assistant Research Professor at Montana State University with a background in linguistics and cognitive science (BA from University College London) and neuroscience (PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology). She is a transdisciplinary scientist with a passion for supporting people with communication difficulties. The webinar moderator, Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., is President & CEO of the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation and host of the Emmy® nominated television series Healthy Minds .

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