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Neurodivergence Articles: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia & Support
Practical guidance for understanding and supporting neurodivergent children and teens
Written by Charlotte MacDougall, neurodivergence specialist, former school leader and author of Reclaiming the Narrative and Thriving with SEND. Explore her evidence-informed articles about ADHD, autism, dyslexia, executive function, confidence, emotional regulation and school support.
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🌿How can I build resilience in my neurodivergent child?
Confidence • Emotional wellbeing • Self-belief • SEN support
🌿Dysregulation, overwhelm or anxiety? Understanding your neurodivergent child’s emotions
Emotional regulation • Nervous system • Behaviour • Anxiety
🌿 Do fidget toys help ADHD children focus?
ADHD support • Attention • Movement • Classroom strategies
🌿What should I do if I think my child has SEN?
First steps • School support • Assessments • Understanding needs
🌿 Supporting confidence and resilience in neurodivergent children
Strengths • Identity • Mindset • Emotional wellbeing
🌿 Why we need to change the way we talk about neurodivergence and SEN
Neuroaffirming support • Difference • Identity • Inclusion
🌿How can I support my child after difficult moments? The Accept-Explain-Reframe technique
Connection • Emotional regulation • Communication • Confidence
🌿Maths anxiety: practical strategies that help
Confidence • Learning differences • Anxiety • School support
🌿 Is my highly sensitive child neurodivergent? Understanding sensitivity and overwhelm
Sensitivity • Autism • Regulation • Understanding behaviour
🌿 How can I supporting executive function in my neurodivergent child?
Planning • Organisation • Working memory • Independence
🌿How can schools support neurodivergent children?
Friday, 12th April 2026
Small classroom adjustments can make a significant difference when we understand the brain behind the behaviour. Explore practical ways schools can support executive function, regulation, confidence and different learning needs.
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“What classroom adjustments help ADHD children?”
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“How can schools support executive function?”
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“How can teachers support emotional regulation?”
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