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

A practical approach to neurodiversity-affirming care and support: our new interactive toolkit and alternative to PBS plans
Four Questions For, Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Kay Louise Aldred Four Questions For, Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Kay Louise Aldred

A practical approach to neurodiversity-affirming care and support: our new interactive toolkit and alternative to PBS plans

We’re joined on the blog today by Kay Louise Aldred, NdC’s Development Lead, for the second blog of our latest campaign ‘Against PBS & ABA’.

Kay explores some of the core principles of our new interactive toolkit.

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‘Mixing the values of gentleness, inclusion and person-centred care with the science of behavioural technology is like mixing oil and water’
Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Brendan Maguire Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Brendan Maguire

‘Mixing the values of gentleness, inclusion and person-centred care with the science of behavioural technology is like mixing oil and water’

As part of the ‘AGAINST PBS & ABA’ campaign, Guest contributor, Brendan Maguire, shares his journey of discovering Gentle Teaching and advocates for a move away from behaviourist methods that are at odds with supporting people in an inclusive, person-centred way.

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Why PBS is harmful for Autistic and Neurodivergent young people (Part 1)
Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Helen Edgar Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Helen Edgar

Why PBS is harmful for Autistic and Neurodivergent young people (Part 1)

Today we’re joined by guest contributor, Helen Edgar, Founder of Autistic Realms, a platform for neurodiversity-affirming education, training, and community resources. In Part 1 of this blog for our ‘AGAINST PBS & ABA’ campaign, Helen explores the harmful impact PBS can have on Neurodivergent young people.

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Thoughts and feelings about ABA
Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Dr Beverley Samways Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Dr Beverley Samways

Thoughts and feelings about ABA

Today we’re joined by guest contributor, Dr Beverley Samways, for the latest ‘AGAINST PBS & ABA’ campaign blog. Dr Samways explores her thoughts and feelings about Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and shares poignant examples of her experiences as a professional who seeks connection over compliance.

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PBS: Power Before Sensitivity
Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Guest Contributor Lived Experience, AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign Guest Contributor

PBS: Power Before Sensitivity

This campaign series blog is written by a Guest Contributor, who is parent to two Neurodivergent young people. Their youngest, Jaimie, has always experienced difficulties accessing education, both mainstream and specialist and they reflect on the role Positive Behaviour Support has played in their family's experiences. 

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