Brooke Matson reframes the label of ADHD in this exciting talk. She introduces us to revolutionary creatives that had ADHD and likely would not have achieved all they did without having these super powers. She explains how there is nothing disordered about a need to explore and innovate. This talk explains the many misconceptions about ADHD. Brooke Matson is an award-winning writer, a National Board Certified Teacher, and the founding Executive Director of Spark Central, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that “ignites the creativity, innovation, and imagination necessary for people to forge the path to their best future.”

While Brooke was not born in Spokane, she considers it her hometown as she has made a life here since her college years. Brooke’s favorite TED talks are by Sir Ken Robinson as she states, “He always nails it
in terms of education policy. His talks are both funny and informative!”

What you can look forward to in Brooke’s talk:

Revolutionary creatives had ADHD and likely would not have achieved all that they did without having ADHD…
There is nothing disordered about a need to explore and innovate…
There are many misconceptions about ADHD…

Find Brooke on social media!
LinkedIn:   / brookeematson  
Instagram:   / brooke4matson   This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx