neurodiversity

My Son's Not Gobby, He's Autistic. When Will People Learn This?

After someone labelled my son a "gobby little sh*t", I spoke to other parents about society's attitudes towards their autistic children. It's clear there's so much more to be done.
By Amy Downes

Are You 'Confidence Dumping'? Here's How To Tell

A viral TikTok put the name to a habit many people have. Therapists share the signs and what they want you to know.
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6 Myths About ADHD Medication We Need To Stop Believing

Parents worry about giving their kids medication to treat ADHD, but not all of their fears are based on facts.
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This Is Why You Need To Schedule In A ‘Crust Day’

Treat yourself to some crust – especially if you have a chronic health condition.
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'I Couldn't Find Any Books About Girls With ADHD, So I Wrote One For My Daughter'

Marina Magdalena wanted her neurodiverse daughter to have a relatable female role model in fiction – so she created one.
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My Children Are Autistic, Here's How We Make Christmas Wonderfully Unique

The disruption to routines and sensory overload can be stressful for autistic kids. Here's what parents can do about it.
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I Didn't Expect To See Real Autistic Representation On Screen. I Was Wrong.

Autistic actors and fans deserve more than scraps. Shows like Heartbreak High are changing the narrative.
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Try Writing A CV With Dyslexia. These Guys Want To Get Rid Of Them

"It’s 2022 and people are still being judged based on a document that’s been around since the 1950s."
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Sir Oliver Letwin Under Fire For Saying 'Some Autistic Person' Could Bring Down Global Networks

Listeners have slammed the former cabinet minister's "offensive" comments on the Today programme.
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No, My Son Isn't Rude. He's Autistic, And We're All Doing The Best We Can.

A recent altercation I had with a flight attendant exemplified just how little most people understand about neurological diversity.
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