NdC Journal

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

The Orthodoxy of PBS in Schools
Anon Anon

The Orthodoxy of PBS in Schools

In response to the AGAINST PBS & ABA campaign and the launch of the Neurodiversity Affirming Toolkit, today’s Guest Contributor reflects on their experience as a SEND professional and Neurodivergent parent. They explore how their son’s journey through the special education system exposed the tensions between neurodiversity-affirming, person-centred care and school practices rooted in compliance-based, behaviourist approaches.

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This Is My Place: Finding Belonging in Schools, Homes and Communities
Emma Emma

This Is My Place: Finding Belonging in Schools, Homes and Communities

For many Neurodivergent children, belonging can feel confusing, distant, or out of reach long before they have the words to explain why. Emma explores how early experiences of difference and exclusion shape a child’s sense of self — and why understanding, acceptance, and the right support can help them grow up feeling secure in who they are.

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Concerns of a Neurodivergent Educator
Zoë Austin Zoë Austin

Concerns of a Neurodivergent Educator

Neurodivergent educator Zoë Austin reflects on her lived experience working within the UK education system and supporting autistic and ADHD children, families and students who are too often failed by it.

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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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The untold struggles of Neurodivergent Black boys in schools
Warda Farah Warda Farah

The untold struggles of Neurodivergent Black boys in schools

Honoring Black History Month, NdC Associate Warda Farah explores the intersection of Black and Neurodivergent identity, and reflects on how the dual marginalisation faced by Black Autistic individuals is further compounded for boys in school settings.

Warda is the creator and host of NdC’s monthly, free-to-attend Black Autistic Meetup sessions.

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