Many older adults grew up before ADHD and autism were widely understood. Looking at long-standing family patterns through a neurodivergent lens can sometimes replace blame with curiosity.
The double empathy problem reframes autistic communication difficulties as a two-way issue. It suggests that misunderstandings between autistic and non-autistic people often come from differences in communication style, not simply from autistic people lacking empathy or social skills.
Sephora UK’s quiet hours trial is a useful reminder that accessibility is not only about physical access. For many neurodivergent people, calmer sensory environments can make everyday spaces feel more usable.
A new animation from Made By Dyslexia aims to change what children and families find when they search “what is dyslexia?” online. The film challenges negative descriptions and presents dyslexia as a different way of thinking, not just a difficulty.
A large Swedish study suggests autistic girls may be diagnosed much later than boys, with diagnosis rates becoming much more equal by early adulthood. The findings challenge old assumptions about autism and gender.
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Autism charities call for major change to diagnosis and support Leading autism charities have called for major reform to the way autistic people are diagnosed and supported in the UK. The report, called A New Path Ahead, was led by the Autism Alliance and involved autistic people, parents and carers, researchers, clinicians and autism charities,…
Shaun Ryder’s comments about ADHD, neurodiversity and the Happy Mondays open up a wider conversation about late diagnosis, misunderstood behaviour and the labels people carry before anyone understands what is really going on.
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A BBC report highlights how ADHD in women can be missed for years, often hidden behind masking, overwork and burnout. This post looks at why late diagnosis matters.
