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Education & Development
ADHD and Dyslexia: How and why formal diagnosis can be helpful
Explore the experiences behind ADHD and dyslexia diagnoses in this interactive feature.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Why asking what causes autism is the wrong question
When PETA cited small studies to suggest cow’s milk could be linked to autism, it reignited familiar debate around the condition’s causes. But such reporting, like more recent vaccine scares, risks framing autism as a problem to be prevented rather than a difference to be understood and valued.
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Education & Development
5 tried-and-tested study tips for dyslexic students
Studying with dyslexia can sometimes feel overwhelming – but the fact you’ve made it this far shows you have what it takes to succeed. From planning ahead to harnessing your creativity, here are five practical strategies to make studying more effective, less stressful, and more suited to the way you work best.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
The physical impacts of ADHD
ADHD affects more than focus – it can impact the body too. From unexplained bruises to chronic fatigue, these physical effects highlight why school and workplace accommodations should support overall wellbeing, not just productivity.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Neurodivergence and the menopause: a personal journey
Menopause can intensify cognitive struggles, sensory overwhelm and self-doubt, especially for those with neurodivergent traits. This personal account explores the challenges of balancing career, health and self-advocacy while seeking the right medical and lifestyle support.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
How to support neurodivergent mothers during pregnancy and birth
How can midwives and practitioners create a more positive and supportive birthing experience for neurodivergent mothers?
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Neurodivergence and birth trauma
What are the connections between brain-altering experiences and neurodivergent conditions? This article looks at the links to traumatic birth.
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Education & Development
Dealing with feedback when you are neurodivergent
Why is receiving feedback different when you’re neurodivergent and how can you get better at dealing with it?
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Struggling in silence: Why we need to talk about autistic people’s experiences of menstruation
Periods can affect most of the senses and the heightened hormonal changes can be particularly distressing for autistic people. This article considers the importance of their experiences of menstruation.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Beyond the plate: Autism, food and sensory sensitivities
Some autistic people may be called ‘fussy’ when it comes to eating certain foods, but is there more to it? This article explores the relationship between autism and Avoidant and Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Dyscalculia, maths anxiety and numerophobia in nursing practice
Students, Nursing Associates and registered nurses can experience dyscalculia, maths anxiety and numerophobia, but they can be reassured that effective support is available.
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Education & Development
The benefits of an accountability partner for neurodivergent people
Staying motivated while studying can be incredibly difficult, especially if you’re neurodivergent. This animation explains how a virtual accountability partner can help with distance learning.