--- title: Neurodivergence url: 'https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence' markdown: 'https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence.md' date: '2026-07-04' description: '“Neurodiversity” is the concept that there is natural variation in how people’s brains work. The idea is that there’s no “correct” way for the brain to work. Instead, there is a wide range of ways that people perceive and respond to the world, including those with ADHD, autism and learning differences . Being “neurodiverse” means having a brain that functions differently from the typical brain. Neurodiverse individuals — including those with autism, ADHD, and learning differences—may think, learn, and perceive the world in unusual ways.' --- # Neurodivergence ### Filter by type: - [ Guide ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence?type=Guide) - [ Factsheet ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence?type=Factsheet) - [ Article ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence?type=Article) - [ Video ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence?type=Video) - [ Podcast ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence?type=Podcast) - [ Transcript ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence?type=Transcript) - [ All ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/03.dyslexia/dyslexia-marcia-brissett-bailey02.jpg) ### Dyslexia [Dyslexia](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/dyslexia) Browse our latest content on dyslexia, or start with our guide for a step-by-step approach. ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/02.autism/DanCharlie-V_2.jpg) ### Autism [Autism](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/autism) Browse our latest content on autism, or start with our guide for a step-by-step approach. ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/01.adhd/ADHDstill005.jpg) ### ADHD [ADHD](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/adhd) Browse our latest content on ADHD, or start with our guide for a step-by-step approach. ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/06.tourettes/inclusion-for-neurodiverse-children.webp) ### Tourette Syndrome [Tourette Syndrome](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/tourettes) Browse our latest content on Tourette's. ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/01.adhd/adhd-guide/annie-spratt-tW3v0Q-D4Ws-unsplash.jpg) ### Guide: ADHD Guide [Guide: ADHD Guide](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/adhd/adhd-guide) A road map to help you navigate supporting a child or a pupil with ADHD. 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From establishing reliable routines and boosting motivation to mastering emotional… [ Home Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Home%20Life) [ ADHD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:ADHD) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/05.dyspraxia/crayons-how-to-celebrate-neurodiversity.webp) ### Dyspraxia [Dyspraxia](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/dyspraxia) Browse our latest content on dyspraxia ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/04.dyscalculia/barriers-to-learning-blog.webp) ### Dyscalculia [Dyscalculia](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/dyscalculia) Browse our latest content on dyscalculia ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/02.autism/autism-guide/Not-all-of-us-are-the-same.webp) ### Guide: Autism Guide [Guide: Autism Guide](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/autism/autism-guide) A road map to help you navigate supporting a child or a pupil with Autism. 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[Article: What are the risk factors for developing ADHD?](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/adhd/what-are-the-risk-factors-for-developing-adhd) Here we discuss the risk factors for children developing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and how to recognise the symptoms - along with… [ ADHD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:ADHD) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/01.adhd/01.understanding-adhd/supporting-a-pupil-with-tourettes.jpg) ### Video: Understanding ADHD [Video: Understanding ADHD](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/adhd/understanding-adhd) This short film provides professionals and educators with evidence-based insights and real-world perspectives to deepen their understanding of ADHD in… [ ADHD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:ADHD) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/01.adhd/adhd-resources-for-parents-and-carers/adhd-add-a-teachers-experience.jpg) ### Factsheet: ADHD Resources for Parents and Carers [Factsheet: ADHD Resources for Parents and Carers](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/adhd/adhd-resources-for-parents-and-carers) Understanding and supporting a child with ADHD can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to find trustworthy information quickly. 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