Exploring neurodiversity, AuDHD, and the neurodiversity-affirming approach to ADHD support.
Neurodiversity is the understanding that brains naturally vary, and that ADHD, autism, dyslexia and other neurotypes are not deficits to be fixed but differences to be understood. These articles explore what neurodiversity means in practice, the growing recognition of AuDHD (co-occurring autism and ADHD), and why neurodiversity-affirming support matters.
6 articles in Neurodiversity
Pathological demand avoidance and ADHD often overlap, making everyday tasks feel unbearable. Learn what PDA is, how it connects to ADHD, and strategies that actually help.
Up to 40% of people with ADHD also have dyslexia. Learn how they interact, why they are often confused, and strategies that address both.
ADHD is not all challenges. Research shows ADHD strengths include creativity, hyperfocus, resilience, and divergent thinking. Here is what science says.
Discover why neurodiversity coaching works for ADHD. Learn how it differs from therapy, why generic advice fails, and what strengths-based ADHD support looks like.
What does neurodiversity actually mean? This guide explains neurodivergent conditions, the social model, masking, and why a strengths-based approach matters.
AuDHD, having both autism and ADHD, creates a unique internal experience. Learn about the overlap, the internal tug-of-war, shared traits, and how to get support in the UK.
Neurodiversity-affirming means working with someone's neurotype rather than trying to make them 'more neurotypical'. It focuses on building strategies around strengths, understanding challenges without shame, and respecting individual differences.
AuDHD refers to the co-occurrence of autism and ADHD. Research suggests that 50-70% of autistic people also have ADHD. The combination creates unique challenges as the two conditions can pull in different directions.
ADHD is classified as a disability under the Equality Act 2010 in the UK if it has a substantial, long-term effect on day-to-day activities. This means people with ADHD are entitled to reasonable adjustments at work and in education.