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Dopamine is a neurotransmitter often called the "motivation molecule." It plays a major role in pleasure, focus, learning, and drive....

Introduction Getting an autism or ADHD diagnosis in adulthood can feel like a turning point. For some, it brings relief—an explanation...

Masking is something many autistic people learn to do—hiding or changing parts of ourselves to fit into a world that often misunderstands...

After school can be a tough transition — kids often “hold it together” all day and then release all their pent-up emotions once they’re...

Under the Children and Families Act 2014, schools have a legal duty to identify and support children with special educational needs (SEN)...

You may have heard of ‘reasonable adjustments’ but what does this mean and how can you discuss this with your employer? Under the...

Receiving an autism diagnosis—whether for yourself or your child—can bring a mix of relief, questions, and uncertainty about what comes...

Getting an autism diagnosis can bring up a lot of emotions — sometimes all at once. People respond in very different ways, and those...

What it means Demand avoidance is when someone has a strong and ongoing resistance to everyday demands. For some autistic people, this...

What it is Demand Avoidance? A strong, ongoing resistance to everyday demands. Can affect basic needs (sleep, eating) as well as school,...

This is a suggested plan that some people may find helpful. You can change things to make it your own. This way, you’re not overwhelmed...

1. What is Autism? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference. It affects how people communicate, process...

Do: Be kind and patient  – sometimes it takes a little longer to respond. Include them  – invite them to games, clubs, or hangouts, even...

1.  Healthcare & NHS Support GP: Can check in on wellbeing, prescribe treatment for anxiety/depression, and refer to interim services....

Have you or someone you care about just received a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder?   This post-diagnostic support checklist may be...

Are you waiting for an autism assessment? Here’s a practical resource guide & checklist that you can use while waiting for an autism...

Many people find themselves wondering whether their struggles with attention, social situations, or emotional regulation might indicate...

If you're a woman questioning whether you might be autistic, have ADHD, or both, you're not alone. Many women go decades without...

The teenage years are naturally a time of risk-taking and boundary-pushing, but for adolescents with ADHD, impulsivity can feel like an...

Romantic relationships can be both incredibly rewarding and uniquely challenging for people with ADHD. The same neurological differences...