Neurodivergent Perspectives

We get asked a lot: “Why are more people being diagnosed as neurodivergent now?”

This image explains it perfectly.

As our understanding improves, so does our ability to recognise and identify neurodivergence. That includes recognising the many different ways autism, ADHD and other neurodivergences can present, particularly in people who mask, girls and women, and those who don’t fit outdated stereotypes.

More recognition doesn’t mean neurodivergence is new or suddenly more common. It means we’re getting better at recognising what has always been there. 🧠

Such a useful resource from NeuroWild 😍

A fantastic and important piece of work from the wonderful Adam Dance - MP for Yeovil and South Somerset, always a champion for the ND community 💪

Many disabled and neurodivergent people are finding the current media landscape particularly difficult to navigate.

From debates around benefits and support, to social media commentary, and even high-profile television programmes questioning or challenging established understandings of neurodivergence, it can sometimes feel as though people's lives, experiences, and support needs are being publicly debated.

For some people, these discussions go far beyond being frustrating. When media coverage questions diagnoses, support, accommodations, healthcare, or financial assistance, it can feel deeply personal.

It can be extremely stressful and frightening to hear conversations that appear to challenge the very support systems that help you live, work, learn, or participate in society. Many people report feeling anxious, vulnerable, and uncertain about what the future may hold.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, here are five ways to protect your wellbeing:

“The world needs all kinds of minds.”
— Temple Grandin

Today is Results Day, and we want to remind every neurodivergent young person of something important:

Your results tell only part of your story. 💪

For some, neurodivergence may have made education more challenging. For others, the unique ways they think, learn, create, and problem-solve may have been a real strength throughout their educational journey. For many, the reality is a mixture of both. 🧠

Whether you've achieved the grades you hoped for, exceeded expectations, or feel disappointed today, your results do not define your value or your potential. ❤️

A results sheet can't measure creativity, curiosity, determination, empathy, resilience, innovation, or the ability to see the world differently. It can't capture the effort it took to get here, the obstacles you've overcome, or the strengths that make you uniquely you.

At Neurodivergent Perspectives, we know there is no single way to learn, succeed, or build a fulfilling future. We celebrate the diversity of minds and the different paths people take to reach their goals.

So today, take a moment to recognise how far you've come.

Celebrate your achievements, be kind to yourself if things haven't gone to plan, and remember that this is just one step in your journey.

Congratulations to everyone receiving their results today.

When respected broadcasters question well-established medical diagnoses, the impact reaches far beyond television.

ADHD is a recognised neurodevelopmental diagnosis, supported by decades of research and recognised by the NHS, NICE and the World Health Organization. This isn't about avoiding discussion or debate, it's about ensuring that debate is evidence-based, balanced and doesn't contribute to stigma.

Our latest infographic explains why many clinicians, researchers, charities and people with lived experience are concerned about The Great ADHD Myth? and the potential consequences for those living with ADHD.

Before forming an opinion, we encourage everyone to read ADHD UK's open letter to Channel 4:

https://adhduk.co.uk/open-letter-the-great-adhd-myth/

If you share these concerns, you can also submit respectful, evidence-based feedback directly to Channel 4:

https://www.channel4.com/4viewers/contact-us

Please keep any feedback factual and constructive. The aim isn't to stop important conversations about ADHD, but to ensure they are informed by the best available evidence and include the voices of those who live with ADHD every day.

🧠 "But they managed yesterday..."

This is something many neurodivergent people hear.

The reality is that capacity isn't fixed. It fluctuates depending on what's happening in the body, the environment and the nervous system.

Someone might be able to work, socialise or tackle everyday tasks one day, then genuinely struggle with the very same things the next. That isn't laziness, inconsistency or a lack of effort, it's fluctuating capacity.

When we understand this, we stop asking "Why can't they just do it?" and start asking "What would help today?" 💙

Compassion and the right support don't just reduce stress, they help people thrive.

✨ Swipe through to learn more about fluctuating capacity.

Have you experienced this yourself, or seen it in someone you support? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. ⬇️

A dyslexia or dyscalculia assessment isn't just a reading or maths test. 🧠

At Neurodivergent Perspectives, we explore the whole learning profile, from speech and language, phonological processing and working memory to processing speed, cognitive abilities, literacy and mathematical learning.

Because understanding how someone learns is just as important as identifying what they're finding difficult.

Every assessment ends with a detailed, personalised report and practical recommendations to help children, young people and adults thrive. 💙

Swipe through to see everything our cognition and learning assessments explore. 👉

☀️ Summer looks different in every neurodivergent household, and that's okay.

The holidays don't need to be packed with activities to be meaningful.

Regulation over routine. Connection over perfection. Rest is productive. 💚

We've put together some practical, neuroaffirming tips to help reduce pressure, support regulation, and make the summer work for your family.

Save this post for those challenging days, and share it with someone who might find it helpful. 🌿