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


Four approaches for coping with seasonal change
Kay Louise Aldred Kay Louise Aldred

Four approaches for coping with seasonal change

Kay Aldred (NdC Development Lead) shares her recommendations for coping with seasonal change, grouped into four key approaches: making physical adjustments, supporting mental and emotional wellbeing, supporting energy levels and reducing executive functioning burden.

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Neurodivergence, Trauma and Recovery (Part 2/3) — Connecting Back to Embodiment
Kay Louise Aldred Kay Louise Aldred

Neurodivergence, Trauma and Recovery (Part 2/3) — Connecting Back to Embodiment

In this three-part series of blogs, NdC Development Lead Kay Aldred examines the complex entanglement of Neurodivergence and trauma, and the implications this has for the concept of “recovery”. In this second part, Kay explores how connecting to the body can illuminate an understanding of trauma and recovery. 

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Navigating Trauma and Self-Discovery as an Autistic Researcher
Grooming & Coercive Control Summit 2023 Katrine Callander Grooming & Coercive Control Summit 2023 Katrine Callander

Navigating Trauma and Self-Discovery as an Autistic Researcher

I am a late-diagnosed autistic woman, researcher and mother of two neurodivergent young people. At 42, I came to understand my autistic traits while researching my children's neurodiversity. Recognising myself in narratives of other autistic people marked a profound shift. I revisited memories, finding relief and anger at the lack of understanding around my differences.

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“My name is Tina”: a first hand account
Grooming & Coercive Control Summit 2023 Guest Contributor Grooming & Coercive Control Summit 2023 Guest Contributor

“My name is Tina”: a first hand account

My name is Tina and I am a British Indian woman. I was born and brought up in Punjab, India. During my primary education, I struggled with some reading and writing, however I absolutely loved maths. I was told by my teacher that I would need to work hard on my spelling, reading and writing. I was a very bright student and achieved really good results during my school, college and at university. My mental health wasn't great due to overthinking, stress and depression. I struggled with my weight, my internalised racism about my dark skin and worries about being different. I was not a typical Indian girl. 

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