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We all have those days (or weeks) when everything seems to go wrong. If you add ADHD into the mix, these often happen more frequently but...

Even those of us who are diagnosed with combined or inattentive ADHD can experience the exact opposite of not being able to focus. This...

ADHD often brings to mind a person with boundless energy, and for those diagnosed with hyperactive or combination-type ADHD,...

Living with ADHD can make it hard to control impulses and hyperactivity, which can cause or increase anxiety. For children, ADHD can...

ADHD and autism are two separate conditions, although it is common for an autistic person to also have ADHD and vice versa. When a person...

There are a lot of misunderstandings when it comes to treating ADHD with medication. While more people now know what ADHD is, some still...

Helping autistic children get used to small everyday changes is very important. It can help them feel less anxious and more comfortable...

How being told off for being yourself stays with you.

Despite the amount of negative press around school for autistic pupils, there can be some huge positives to school-based education.

"How was your day?" This is a standard question to ask when you see your child at the end of their school day. It will be the question...

After a structured day at school, the transition to home can be particularly challenging for children and teenagers, especially those on...

Mornings can be challenging for any family, but for those with autistic children, the pressure of getting ready for school can sometimes...

The start of a new school term is often a time of excitement and anticipation. However, for autistic children, it can also be a period...

ADHD brains need dopamine because it helps us pay attention, control our behavior, and make decisions. When someone has ADHD, their brain...

The school holidays are just around the corner and for those of you in Scotland have already begun. The challenges facing autistic...

It's a common experience when you have ADHD to be described as "over the top." The problem is that it isn’t a choice. It is something...

It's mental health awareness week! There are many reasons why recognising achievement improves mental health. • It boosts self-esteem and...

We hear in the media about the failure of children with SEND by the education system. There are so many horror stories of children and their families being let down again and again. For anyone who is starting the journey with their autistic child, the system alone can appear to be totally overwhelming, and often there is a lot of misinformation given to parents, which makes it even more challenging. Sadly, lots of the problems people experience come from different teams being