Dive into a collection of articles that amplify neurodivergent voices, support a more thorough understanding of neurodiversity, and challenge common misconceptions.

“No attendance score is worth your suffering”
Dr Cassandra Lovelock Dr Cassandra Lovelock

“No attendance score is worth your suffering”

Cassie Lovelock makes the case for why the UK government’s ‘drive to improve school attendance’ will have detrimental impacts on neurodivergent children, young people, and their families.

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Monotropism, Young People and Autistic Burnout   
Helen Edgar Helen Edgar

Monotropism, Young People and Autistic Burnout   

Helen Edgar (Autistic Realms) examines how the theory of Monotropism provides a lens for understanding the challenges Autistic, ADHD and AuDHD young people face in the education system and at home, and how their needs can be better supported to avoid burnout.

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Working full time
Adam Fare Adam Fare

Working full time

Only around 2 in every 10 Autistic people (with a diagnosis) is in employment. The world of employment can be a minefield for Neurodivergent people. It’s something I have tried to navigate for about 6 years now, and one I’ve had mixed results with.

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Challenges of being an Autistic Speech and Language Therapist
Emily Lees Emily Lees

Challenges of being an Autistic Speech and Language Therapist

Being an Autistic Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) in a neurotypical-dominated field requires a huge amount of cognitive, physical, emotional, and sensory labour. Not only do I experience multiple marginalisations navigating a neurotypical world, I encounter similar minority stress within my profession. But that’s not the focus of this blog.

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