NdC Journal

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

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Neurodivergence Research—What's New? Ann Memmott PgC MA Neurodivergence Research—What's New? Ann Memmott PgC MA

Autism, Neurodivergence, Wellbeing, Support and Inclusion — What’s New in October

In this research roundup, Ann Memmott brings together recent October papers exploring Autism, Neurodivergence, communication, identity and everyday experiences. The studies examine empathy, body image, learning differences, social media, emotional wellbeing, sensory needs, food preferences and accessibility—highlighting the importance of understanding individual differences, challenging deficit-based assumptions, and listening to Neurodivergent people about what works for them.

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Neurodivergence Research—What's New? Ann Memmott PgC MA Neurodivergence Research—What's New? Ann Memmott PgC MA

Autism, Neurodivergence, Lived Experience, Health and Inclusion — What’s New in July

This month's research roundup from Ann Memmott highlights a diverse collection of new studies and resources exploring Neurodivergence across health, communication, support, and lived experience. Topics include Neurodivergent-friendly counselling, positive emotions in Autism research, synaesthesia, semi-speaking communication, sensory needs, health inequalities, Autistic perspectives on interventions, aging, creativity, and ethical questions in research involving Autistic young people.

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Reesha Zahir Reesha Zahir

“Nothing about us without us”

I first came across the above slogan and the ethos of co-producing research roughly two years ago, at the start of my PhD on sleep and mental health in autistic people. My first thought was, “why isn’t everyone in research already doing this?”.

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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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