Our Neurodivergent Blog

BOOM! Now What!? My story about late diagnosed Autism.

“I wanna tell you a story” said Max Bygraves. Who?? Say some, but for others, it should give you an idea of my age, i.e. a more mature person. Mid-fifties to be honest, edging towards sixty. And this is when my Autism story starts, but before that, let me take you back in time.

1 day ago6 min read

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Lost in the System: My journey through being diagnosed with Autism, ADHD and my fight to be heard!

Why should people have to hit severe mental health dips and crisis points before neurodivergence is mentioned? Why aren’t Teachers better trained to pick up on Autistic/ADHD traits in girls? Why are people still so easily getting thrown out of a systematic loop with no advice and support?

5 days ago4 min read

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When Everything Finally Made Sense: Late diagnosis, Perimenopause, and learning to stop blaming myself.

If you’re someone sitting there wondering why life feels harder for you than it seems to for everyone else, please know you are not alone. If you’re waiting for assessments, questioning diagnoses, researching endlessly, feeling confused about overlapping symptoms, or exhausted from trying to hold everything together, you are not alone.

7 days ago4 min read

Actions Not Words: Are Healthcare Providers really doing enough for Autistic People?

I’ve recently had some pretty major surgery at a well-known specialist hospital within Greater Manchester. I was quietly confident during my pre-op assessment that I’d be in good hands. After all, The Health and Care Act 2022 introduced a statutory requirement that CQC registered providers ensure their staff receive learning disability and autism training appropriate to their roles.

May 217 min read

A blog explaining one persons journey when receiving a late diagnosis of Autism and ADHD

Finding Answers : Understanding my Neurodivergent Journey

Every day is a challenge. I struggle with change. If plans shift unexpectedly, it throws me off completely. I rely heavily on routines and order. I like things to be in their place, and I find it difficult when they’re not. Public transport is overwhelming, so I avoid it where possible. If I’ve had a bad experience somewhere, I find it extremely hard to return. Busy environments, strong smells, and bright lights can overwhelm my senses, leaving me anxious, unable to concentra

Mar 245 min read

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