I’ve been experiencing emotional whiplash at seeing the discussion take one step forward in one context, and one or two steps back in another. In a week of neurodiversity celebration, we see so many voices joining together, organisations wanting to focus on the topic (at least for a week, which is better than not at all, even if potentially tokenistic), and more people shouting from the rooftops. Yet, in the same week, quite literally life altering/destroying issues are occurring at a wider systemic level. 

When we consider the strengths-based perspectives of ADHD symptoms, we have to be mindful of the fact that these strengths are often contextual. A strength or positive aspect of hyperactivity in one context (such as within sports or on stage) may be experienced as quite disabling…

I’m very excited to announce a new trailblazing collaboration project with two incredible people: Frankie Berkoben and Dr Tracy Winter. We will be deep diving into the fascinating intersection of ADHD and giftedness to break stereotypes, combat misinformation, and give the most up to date information on the topic. Both terms [Neurodivergence and Giftedness] are often misunderstood, which can lead to many people being confused as to how we should even talk about the topics, what terminology to use, and what we should do. This is especially true for those who identify with...

Burnout is incredibly common in those of us who are neurodivergent. Often our minds are going at a hundred miles per hour, despite what we look like from the outside, which means that many people feel (and evidence suggests) that ADHDers more easily reach burnout when compared to those without ADHD. Burnout also looks very different for everyone, for some of us it means going about our days as usual but doing the bare minimum. For others, it's crippling to the point of being unable to leave their bed…

If you are an ADHD parent and feel like you are constantly fighting for your child… Just know, it’s completely normal to feel that way. Everyone I have spoken to as part of my PhD research said exactly that, you are not alone. Pre & post diagnosis, you’re fighting schools, healthcare systems, CYPS, for diagnosis, for recognition, for support, for your child’s rights.

You’re spinning hundreds of plates, while walking a tightrope. For basic healthcare provision.

Mothers have to conceptualise themselves when ADHD is in their world. My research has shown that generally mothers of ADHD children fall into one of four categories…