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Kit Messenger on ADHD, Behaviour & Why Kids Struggle in School

November 15, 2025 • Daniel Evans • Season 1 • Episode 1

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In this interview, I sit down with Kit Messenger — co-founder of Changing Chances and co-author of Curious Not Furious — to talk about ADHD, behaviour, neurodiversity, school uniform, and why so many young people feel misunderstood in school.

Check out Changing Chances:
https://www.changingchances.co.uk/

We discuss:
• Why some students struggle with behaviour
• How ADHD and autism affect learning and emotions
• What “brain best” really means
• How school uniform rules impact young people
• How teachers and families can support students better
• The Empowerment Approach
• A message for anyone finding school difficult right now

Kit’s work focuses on compassion, understanding and helping young people take charge of their brains and behaviour in a positive way.

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