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Why Does Everything Have to Matter SO MUCH!? Cognitive Rigidity and Emotional Intensity in the Neurodivergent Brain

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May 30, 2025 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am PDT

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One of the hallmarks of the gifted and neurodivergent brain is the intersection between emotional intensity and cognitive rigidity. When these two pieces of neurodivergence intersect, neurodivergent people can experience challenges with emotional expression, behavior, communication, and social skills—making therapeutic and educational interventions very difficult. For people who work with this population, it’s vital to understand what is happening and have the skills to intervene effectively.

After attending this webinar, participants will be able to:

  • Apply skills for addressing the intersection between emotional intensity and cognitive rigidity
  • Define cognitive rigidity, and why it is more common and intense in neurodivergent individuals
  • Describe neuropsychology differences that impact neurodivergent individuals’ experiences of emotion, in terms of frequency, intensity, and duration

CE credits available for psychologists*, therapists*, counselors*, and social workers*.
Please email event.support@newporthealthcare.com for continuing education details.
*Dependent on location.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers during these presentations are solely those of the speakers and do not reflect the views or positions of the organization or any affiliated entities. The organization is not responsible for any statements, advice, or opinions shared by the speakers during these sessions.

Presented By

Dr. Matthew Zakreski
Dr. Matthew Zakreski
Title Clinical psychologist
Organization The Neurodiversity Collective, LLC
Dr. Matt is a clinical psychologist and professional speaker who utilizes an eclectic approach to meet the specific needs of his neurodivergent clients. He is proud to serve this community as a consultant, professor, author, and researcher. Co-founder of The Neurodiversity Collective, LLC, Dr. Matt is also co-host of the podcast “Nerding out on Neurodiversity,” and author of The Neurodiversity Playbook: How Neurodivergent People Can Crack the Code of Living in a Neurotypical World.