neurodivergent Archives

A young student sits outside on a bench in a playground with a teacher.

31st December 2022

Talking to children about mental health and neurodiversity

By talking to children about mental health and neurodiversity we can help them understand and accept themselves for who they are, and give them the tools to ask for help when they need it.

16th November 2022

Inclusion for every neurodiverse child

Children should be protected from feeling that their mental health or neurodiversity means that their life is limited, or has less value.

12th November 2020

What is neurodiversity?

Have you heard of neurodiversity? It’s a concept that aims to recognise and celebrate neurological differences in the same way as other variations in humans. For example, some people are…

Person sat at home looking into the distance

16th September 2020

Growing up with Autism – Tylan’s story

From a young age, Tylan had a feeling that they were different. They felt alienated, especially at school, and found it difficult to fit in. Growing up, Tylan was continually…

Illustration of child at school with hand on their head

6th May 2020

What are the risk factors for developing ADHD?

Here we’ll discuss the risk factors for children to develop Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and how to recognise the symptoms. We’ll also explain what to do if you…