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Autism and Wellbeing : resources for schools and families 

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Autism and Wellbeing : resources for schools and families 

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https://www.autismwellbeing.org.uk/aln

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Autism in Education : Welsh Government Guidance for Schools and Parents/Carers 

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Autism in Education : Welsh Government Guidance for Schools and Parents/Carers 

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https://www.ed.ac.uk/sites/default/files/atoms/files/understanding_the_strenghts_and_difficulties_of_neurodivergent_children_-_a_guide_for_parents.pdf

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SLEEP: intervention with weighted blankets for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and sleep problems: study protocol for a randomised control trial | BMJ Open​

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Earlier this year we launched 'Sleep On It', our podcast series which exceeded all expectations! 🎉 The first series focused on ADHD and sleep. We have already reached 5,000 listeners, proving how much this information, advice and support was needed. https://t.co/zhB8uDbhLs pic.twitter.com/s8h8jkBOiJ
— The Sleep Charity (@TheSleepCharity) June 14, 2024

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https://www.tourettes-action.org.uk/180-download-our-2024-tourettes-awareness-month-posters.html

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https://www.additudemag.com/emotional-health-adhd-teen-girls/

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Where have all the girls gone? Article by Prof Amanda Kirby 

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Where have all the girls gone? Article by Prof Amanda Kirby 

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Protecting the Mental Health of Girls with ADHD 

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Protecting the Mental Health of Girls with ADHD 

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https://www.additudemag.com/emotional-health-adhd-teen-girls/

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Dyscalculia - often overlaps with Dyspraxia, Dyslexia and ADHD 

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Dyscalculia - often overlaps with Dyspraxia, Dyslexia and ADHD 

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https://www.stevechinn.co.uk/dyscalculia/the-dyscalculia-checklist

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A new study that included 221,714 adults and adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) found that those who were prescribed ADHD stimulant medications were at a lower risk of attempting suicide or dying by suicide. Additionally, the use of ADHD medications was also associated with fewer psychiatric hospitalizations.

Heidi Taipale, a researcher at Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, and colleagues, observed that four ADHD medications were linked to a decreased risk of being hospitalized due to psychiatric co-morbidities - amphetamine, lisdexamphetamine, dexamphetamine, and methylphenidate.

Whereas a decreased risk of suicidal behavior was only associated with using lisdexamphetamine, dexamphetamine, and methylphenidate. A 2019 study conducted in Sweden revealed that the prevalence of psychiatric co-morbidity was 52% among children and adults with ADHD. In comparison, the prevalence is only 7% among individuals without ADHD. A psychiatric co-morbidity includes conditions like major depressive disorder, panic disorder, substance abuse, generalized anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, and psychotic symptoms.

The 2019 study further reported that psychiatric co-morbidity increased the risk of mortality among people with ADHD, particularly when the comorbidity was substance use disorder.

Taipale and team noted that while an ADHD medication called atomoxetine was not linked to a lower risk of psychiatric hospitalizations or suicidal behavior, they found an association between atomoxetine and fewer hospitalizations for non-psychiatric co-morbidities.

"In addition to ADHD core symptoms, there is considerable evidence that ADHD medications, especially stimulants, improve functioning and quality of life. Less is known about the long-term effectiveness and safety of ADHD pharmacotherapies," the researchers wrote.

"Because ADHD medications in long-term observational studies are associated with both beneficial psychiatric outcomes, such as decreased risk of depression and suicide, and with possible adverse outcomes such as the risk of psychosis, we aimed to investigate the association of specific ADHD medication use with the risk of psychiatric hospitalization in a nationwide cohort of adolescents and adults with ADHD," they added.

In this study, the team included people between the ages of 16 to 65 years old who were residing in Sweden and had received an ADHD diagnosis between 2006 to 2021. They then analyzed the study participants' inpatient and outpatient healthcare data that they had collected from the Swedish National Patient Register.

The researchers were able to track which study participants were purchasing prescribed ADHD medications through data they had obtained from the Prescribed Drug Register. Methylphenidate was the most commonly used ADHD medication among 68.5% of the cohort, followed by lisdexamphetamine (35.2%) and atomoxetine (15.6%).

The study participants underwent a follow-up period that lasted for 15 years. Out of the 221,714 study participants, 56% had a psychiatric comorbidity. Anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and stress-related disorders were the most common ones. Close to 26% of them had been hospitalized due to a psychiatric co-morbidity.

Interestingly, while lisdexamphetamine was associated with a decreased risk of psychiatric hospitalizations among adolescents, young adults, and adults aged 30 and older, methylphenidate seemed to be less effective among older adults.

"It seems that methylphenidate either is less effective among those aged 30 years or older or there is some kind of initial effect that diminishes with longer-term use, age, or course of illness because methylphenidate is usually prescribed as the first-line medication," the researchers explained. Whereas atomoxetine was linked to a decreased risk of hospitalization among women but not men.

"The overall effect on psychiatric outcomes was beneficial, and, similarly, we found a decreased (rather than increased) risk of non-psychiatric hospitalizations. There are concerns that long-term stimulant use may be associated with adverse outcomes. Because these medications tend to increase blood pressure and heart rate, they might increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases. An increased risk of seizures, and possibly an increased risk of psychosis or mania, are also concerns," the researchers highlighted."

The study was published online on JAMA Network Open on March 20, 2024.

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These ADHD Medications Could Lower Risk Of Suicide & Hospitalization

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People who use prescribed ADHD stimulant medications are at a lower risk of attempting suicide or dying by suicide and being hospitalized due to psychiatric issues.

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There are face to face and online meet ups for ADHD Adults in Gwent. No diagnosis needed.

If you would like to meet and chat in a safe space and have opportunities to benefit from evidence based support from third sector professionals please email adhdgwentadults@gmail.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Ceri Reed - Parents Voices in Wales CIC

Natalie Parnell - ADHD+ Newport

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Newport Mind : Children, Young People and Adults

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Newport Mind : Children, Young People and Adults

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Resource : Keeping it all inside booklet

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4 times as many boys are diagnosed autistic as girls. This is not an accurate picture.

Frequently, for many reasons, girls are diagnosed later (on average up to 6 years later), missed or misdiagnosed, causing long term mental health problems with too many girls feeling too anxious to attend school as a result.

Currently the assessment tools used to screen for autism are male-centric. We want to see tools in place that reflect multiple presentations and needs so that no child's need goes unrecognised or unsupported. We are currently pilot-validating the Internal Presentation of Autism Checklist that sits within our white paper Autism, Girls and Keeping it All Inside , so expect that to change soon. Our survey had 1123 responses in a week, so there are many people who feel strongly about having screening tools which feel representative. Our vision is for a system that enables autistic girls to thrive, to feel understood and to achieve the best educational outcomes.

Our aim is to raise awareness of autism in girls and others who present in an internal way with health, social care and educational professionals and to bring change. Not only to the way that autistic girls are assessed and subsequently supported but to the narrative, with updated and positive terminology used to describe autistic traits.

Our private Facebook group supports both autistic girls and women and their extended families, but there are many more who need our help. We are now a registered charity, fundraising to enable us to both fund projects which offer face to face support and campaign for real change.

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We are a small registered charity working to support, educate, and bring change. Here you will find lots of resources.

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Resource utilising the pupil voice - what were the barriers in attending school

https://www.ndti.org.uk/assets/files/Rewriting-the-Narrative-Booklet.pdf

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List of family recommended third sector services to follow

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Resources on female presentation to follow

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We are finalists for the NHS Awards 2023!

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We are finalists for the NHS Awards 2023!

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BEING DIAGNOSED AUTISTIC AS AN ADULT.docx

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Adult ADHD and Autism Diagnosis.docx

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What is Autism? A Video by the National Autistic Society

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What is Autism? A Video by the National Autistic Society

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Gwent Copro Terms of Reference Term 2.docx

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Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty which primarily affects reading and writing skills. However, it does not only affect these skills. Dyslexia is actually about information processing. Dyslexic people may have difficulty processing and remembering information they see and hear, which can affect learning and the acquisition of literacy skills. Dyslexia can also impact on other areas such as organisational skills.

It is important to remember that there are positives to thinking differently. Many dyslexic people show strengths in areas such as reasoning and in visual and creative fields.

Delphi definition of dyslexia

Dyslexia is a set of processing difficulties that affect the acquisition of reading and spelling.

In dyslexia, some or all aspects of literacy attainment are weak in relation to age, standard teaching and instruction, and level of other attainments.

Across all languages, difficulties in reading fluency and spelling are key markers of dyslexia.

Dyslexic difficulties exist on a continuum and can be experienced to various degrees of severity.

The nature and developmental trajectory of dyslexia depends on multiple genetic and environmental influences.

Dyslexia can affect the acquisition of other skills, such as mathematics, reading comprehension or learning another language.

The most commonly observed cognitive impairment in dyslexia is a difficulty in phonological processing (i.e., in phonological awareness, phonological processing speed or phonological memory). However, phonological difficulties do not fully explain the variability that is observed.

Working memory, processing speed and orthographic skills can contribute to the impact of dyslexia.

Dyslexia frequently co-occurs with one or more other developmental difficulties, including developmental language disorder, dyscalculia, ADHD, and developmental coordination disorder.

The journey to find a new definition of dyslexia

The Dyslexia Delphi Study aimed to establish 'areas of consensus among a wide range of experts' and to reduce 'confusion and misinformation' about how dyslexia should be defined.

The papers have been published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry and the Dyslexia Journal.

Carroll, J.M., Holden, C., Kirby, P., Thompson, P.A., Snowling, M.J. and (2025), Toward a consensus on dyslexia: findings from a Delphi study. J Child Psychol Psychiatr. https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.1...

Holden, C., Kirby, P., Snowling, M.J., Thompson, P.A. and Carroll, J.M. (2025), Towards a Consensus for Dyslexia Practice: Findings of a Delphi Study on Assessment and Identification. Dyslexia, 31: e1800. https://doi.org/10.1002/dys.18...

It is important to note that the definition identifies the same or similar underlying cognitive indicators of dyslexia as the previous Rose (2009) definition, alongside recognition of its impact on individuals. For this reason, there is no suggestion that anyone diagnosed under the previous definition would not continue to meet the criteria for a diagnosis.

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What is dyslexia? - British Dyslexia Association

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Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty which primarily affects reading and writing skills. However, it does not only affect these skills. Dyslexia is...

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Newport Family Information Service : Self Referral

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Newport Family Information Service : Self Referral

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If you live or work with children or young people from 0 to 20 and are looking for childcare, information about early years education, activities for your children or parenting support, Newport Family Information Service (FIS) is here to help.

Call us on 01633 210842 with answerphone service or use our online enquiry form.

We provide information for families who live or work in Newport, including:

We also hold briefing sessions and a training programme for people wanting to or already working with children.

Childcare Sufficiency Assessment

The Childcare Act 2006 makes it clear in legislation the importance of the role Local Authorities should play in the provision of local childcare. It reinforces the need for local authorities to continue to work in partnership with the maintained, independent, private, voluntary, and community sectors to shape and secure children's services.

This report examines statistical information relating to private, public, and voluntary childcare and play providers within Newport City boundaries.

The report is split into eight sections, which you can read below.

Read our Executive Summary of the Childcare Sufficiency Assessment (pdf) which provides a brief overview of the full report.

Contact

Newport Family Information Service

Phone: 01633 210842

Email: family.informationservice@newport.gov.uk

Use the online enquiry form

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

Young Newport has information about services for young people.

Neighbouring Family Information Services

Torfaen FIS 0800 0196 3300

Cardiff FIS 0300 0133 133

Caerphilly FIS 01443 863232

Monmouthshire FIS 01633 644527

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School Transitions : Information sheet will be uploaded soon!

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School Transitions : Information sheet will be uploaded soon!

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Autism Advice Sheets for Parents and Carers

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Autism Advice Sheets for Parents and Carers

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Welcome to the Gwent Neurodevelopmental Services resource for families!  Take a look at the information our parents and carers have added to this padlet, to make your transition onto the pathway as smooth as possible! 

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Welcome to the Gwent Neurodevelopmental Services resource for families!  Take a look at the information our parents and carers have added to this padlet, to make your transition onto the pathway as smooth as possible! 

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A Welcome Note to New Parents and Carers.docx

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https://www.facebook.com/groups/293173581233141/?ref=share_group_link

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Rewild Play Charity Group - ALN/ADHD/ASD Support South Wales | Facebook

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We are a registered charity based in South Wales, covering Newport, Cardiff, Monmouthshire, Blackwood, Merthyr (the whole region).
We organise meet ups and activities to support children and their…

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https://www.facebook.com/groups/477529559024217/?ref=share

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Gwent Parent Carer Network (MAGIC) | Facebook

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https://www.magicparents.co.uk/ Gwent Parent Carer Network - working in Monmouthshire and the surrounding areas to support the parent carers of children and young people with disabilities. We are...

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Wales' Neurodivergence Helpline for Families

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Wales' Neurodivergence Helpline for Families

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This is a Welsh Government initiative for families.  Its a listening line.  Here is the link for further information.

Welsh Government – Neurodivergence support via the C.A.L.L. Helpline Wales - Awtistiaeth Cymru | Autism Wales | National Autism Team

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Awtistiaeth Cymru | Autism Wales | National Autism Team

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The C.A.L.L. Helpline are now providing a confidential listening line which is a safe space to talk about matters relating to neurodivergence.

You can also be signposted to literature or service information to support neurodivergent individuals, their families and friends.

An interpretation service Language Line can be used to support callers who cannot (or prefer not to) speak English or Welsh.

You can access the listening line by texting Help to 81066, or calling 0800 132 737.

More information can also be found at callhelpline.org.uk

This information can also be viewed on the downloadable poster below.

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Welsh Government - Neurodivergence support via the C.A.L.L. Helpline Wales - Awtistiaeth Cymru | Autism Wales | National Autism Team

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The C.A.L.L. Helpline are now providing a confidential listening line which is a safe space to talk about matters relating to neurodivergence. You can also be signposted to literature or service information to support neurodivergent individuals, their families and friends. An interpretation service Language Line can be used to support callers who cannot (or prefer [...]

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Neurodiversity Clinical Pathway by Autism Wales, WLGA

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Neurodiversity Clinical Pathway by Autism Wales, WLGA

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Neurodevelopmental-Service_Overview-and-Contact-List-2.pdf (autismwales.org)

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Epic Autism Resources (padlet.com)

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Glossary of Terms : we will be updating this to a Welsh version soon!

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Glossary of Terms : we will be updating this to a Welsh version soon!

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What does it mean when a person is neurodivergent?

The term "neurodivergent" describes people whose brain differences affect how their brain works. That means they have different strengths and challenges from people whose brains don't have those differences. The possible differences include medical disorders, learning disabilities and other conditions. The possible strengths include better memory, being able to mentally picture three-dimensional (3D) objects easily, the ability to solve complex mathematical calculations in their head, and many more.

Neurodivergent isn't a medical term. Instead, it's a way to describe people using words other than "normal" and "abnormal." That's important because there's no single definition of "normal" for how the human brain works.

The word for people who aren't neurodivergent is "neurotypical." That means their strengths and challenges aren't affected by any kind of difference that changes how their brains work.

Why does this term exist?

The term "neurodivergent" came from the related term "neurodiversity." Judy Singer, an Australian sociologist, coined the word "neurodiversity" in 1998 to recognize that everyone's brain develops in a unique way.

Like a person's fingerprints, no two brains - not even those of identical twins - are exactly the same. Because of that, there's no definition of "normal" capabilities for the human brain.

For most areas of modern medicine, defining what's normal is critical. In many circumstances, healthcare providers determine a person's health based on the yes-or-no question, "Is this normal?" Depending on the answer, a person is either sick or well based on symptoms they do or don't have or things they can or can't do.

An example of this in everyday life would be comparing the following two people with a special talent for drawing.

Person #1: A 12-year-old child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who struggles in social situations. The child's main ASD-related issues are social problems, unusually high interest in drawing and being strictly dependent on a daily routine. The child is naturally better at drawing without taking classes or accumulating experience.

Person #2: A 40-year-old neurotypical adult. The adult learned to draw at the age of 17, and their talent took hard work and time to develop. They're very social and make friends easily.

No one would consider the adult abnormal or defective because they can't paint as well as the child. Likewise, autism spectrum disorder is a condition that can take many different forms, many of which happen in people who don't have ASD.

Describing the child as neurodivergent acknowledges that they're "differently abled." Neurodiversity means it's natural for both the adult and the child to develop differently and have their own abilities and struggles.

Is being neurodivergent a disability?

Some neurodivergent people struggle because of systems or processes that don't give them a chance to show off their strengths or that create new or more intense challenges for them.

Example #1: Many people who are neurodivergent struggle in social situations, which can make it hard to find work because they struggle during job interviews. However, they can still get the job if the hiring process emphasizes their abilities, such as screening potential hires with a skills test. Once on the job, their attention to detail means they're an outstanding accountant or record-keeper because they can easily process data that others might find more tedious.

Example #2: Some who are neurodivergent struggle in noisy environments or situations. That means a busy office can feel overwhelming to them. However, a pair of noise-canceling headphones might give them the quiet they need to make them the most productive person on their team because one of their strengths is the ability to focus on their work intensely.

In both examples, accommodations helped the person overcome their particular struggle. For someone with a disability, an accommodation is a way to accept that they're different or have challenges, and then give them a tool or a way to succeed. For the people who are neurodivergent in the examples above, the accommodations were the hiring process and the headphones.

Accommodations for people with disabilities isn't a new idea. Some examples include:

Physical disabilities: Ramps and entrances with automatic doors for those in wheelchairs.

Sensory disabilities: Crosswalks with a loud tone for those who have vision problems to let them know it's safe to cross the street.

Why use the term neurodivergent to describe people?

Some people oppose the idea of neurodiversity as being about differences instead of deficits. Many who take that stance say they're against it because some who are neurodivergent have true medical conditions that need treatment.

However, research shows that knowing about the idea of neurodiversity doesn't mean people who are neurodivergent ignore or deny that they have struggles. Instead, the research shows people who know about the idea of being neurodivergent use that knowledge to adapt and help them succeed.

Experts' research also shows words and language related to neurodiversity make a difference in how people live. People who are neurodivergent and learn that it means they're different - not sick or defective - are more likely to be happier and aim higher in their careers.

An example of this is someone who has dyslexia. People with that condition struggle to read because their brain doesn't process written language like the brain of someone without dyslexia. However, people with dyslexia usually have brains that are better at processing or mentally picturing 3D objects. That makes them much faster at identifying optical illusions, and they have a natural talent for jobs like graphic design and arts, engineering and more.

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Neurodivergent: What It Is, Symptoms & Types

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Neurodivergent means having a brain that forms or works differently. This nonmedical term also means people who are neurodivergent have different strengths and challenges.

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Sparkle - Helping Special Children Shine (sparkleappeal.org)

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Sparkle - Helping Special Children Shine

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Sparkle is a charity that supports children, young people, and their families, across Gwent with disabilities and/or developmental difficulties.

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Developmental Language Disorder | RADLD

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Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is the new term to replace Specific Language Impairment (SLI). Developmental Language Disorder is diagnosed when children fail to acquire their own language for no obvious reason. This results in children who have difficulty understanding what people say to them, and struggle to articulate their ideas and feelings. Recent research has shown that, on average, 2 children in every class of 30 will experience DLD severe enough to hinder academic progress.

In 2017, the first DLD awareness campaign was introduced with the theme DLD 1-2-3 highlighting (1) DLD is a problem with speaking and/or listening, (2) it is hidden but common, and (3) support can help to improve the quality of life of affected children and their families.

Stay up to date

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Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is the new term to replace Specific Language Impairment (SLI). Developmental Language Disorder is diagnosed when children fail to acquire their own language for no obvious reason. This results in children who have difficulty understanding what people say to them, and struggle to articulate their ideas and feelings.

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Dyspraxia (DCD) - British Dyslexia Association (bdadyslexia.org.uk)

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Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a common disorder affecting fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. This condition is formally recognised by international organisations including the World Health Organisation.

DCD is distinct from other motor disorders such as cerebral palsy and stroke. The range of intellectual ability is in line with the general population. Individuals may vary in how their difficulties present; these may change over time depending on environmental demands and life experience, and will persist into adulthood.

An individual's coordination difficulties may affect participation and functioning of everyday life skills in education, work and employment. Children may present with difficulties with self-care, writing, typing, riding a bike, play as well as other educational and recreational activities. In adulthood many of these difficulties will continue, as well as learning new skills at home, in education and work, such as driving a car and DIY.

More information

Dyspraxia Foundation

This site includes information on 'How would I recognise a child with dyspraxia?' and primary and secondary classroom guidelines. The Foundation supports parents, individuals and professionals either living with, or supporting those with dyspraxia.

Website: https://dyspraxiafoundation.org.uk

Movement Matters

This is the UK umbrella organisation representing the major national groups concerned with children and adults with dyspraxia. The website holds documents and videos aimed at parents, teachers and employers of people with dyspraxia.

Website: www.movementmattersuk.org

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Dyspraxia (DCD) - British Dyslexia Association

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Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a common disorder affecting fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. This condition is formally recognised by international organisations including the World Health Organisation. DCD is distinct from other motor disorders such as cerebral palsy and stroke.

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FASD Cymru : Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Website

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FASD Cymru : Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Website

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FASD awareness and training in Wales | Fasd Cymru | Wales

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What is Tics and Tourettes? Information by Great Ormond Street Hospital

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What is Tics and Tourettes? Information by Great Ormond Street Hospital

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Tics and Tourette syndrome: What have you learnt today | Great Ormond Street Hospital (gosh.nhs.uk)

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Although everyone is different, we know that most children and young people have times when their
tics are better or worse.

For some people, their tics will get worse around the age of 13 and then will reduce.

For others, their tics will stay the same over time and there is not an age when their tics are at their worst.

For most people, Tourette syndrome starts between the age of 3 and 9 years, with tics generally peaking at around the ages of 10 to 13.

Following this, tics tend to decrease.

For one in every three people with Tourette syndrome, tics will get better as they grow into adulthood.

For another one of the three people with Tourette syndrome, tics will become much less severe.

The last one of the three people with Tourette syndrome will continue to have tics into adulthood.

Tics tend to wax and wane - there will be times when there are lots of tics and times when they decrease. This can happen in a day, a week, or a month.

Some people get a big increase in their tics as they reach adolescence, whereas others have a much smaller change.

Although Tourette syndrome is the best known type of tic disorder, there are other sorts too:

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Tics and Tourette syndrome: What have you learnt today

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This page is for children and young people who have come to one of our group sessions - we have puttogether this page and information sheet to remind you about what we talked about as well as give you some ideas for managing your tics in future.

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Tourettes Action Charity : Information and Resources

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Tourettes Action Charity : Information and Resources

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Tourettes Action (tourettes-action.org.uk)

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Tourettes Action is a support and research charity working to improve the lives of people living with Tourette Syndrome. Our services include online live-chat and email support, a befriender network, information, webinars, events and resources.

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Advice and guidance (autism.org.uk)

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In-depth advice and guidance about autism and the challenges autistic people and their families face. Topics include what is autism, diagnosis, communication, mental health, education, and more.

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When Parents Have First Concerns - Who To Speak To 

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When Parents Have First Concerns - Who To Speak To 

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Gwent Copro Who do i speak to first concerns padlet.docx - Microsoft Word Online (live.com)

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Microsoft OneDrive - Access files anywhere. Create docs with free Office Online.

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Store photos and docs online. Access them from any PC, Mac or phone. Create and work together on Word, Excel or PowerPoint documents.

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SNAP Cymru : Click on link to family advice and support for additional learning needs in education

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SNAP Cymru : Click on link to family advice and support for additional learning needs in education

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https://www.snapcymru.org/get-support/

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This section has lots of information on a variety of issues that a child or young person may encounter during their education. However, if you need further advice and support, you can contact our Helpline. Our team are there to talk from Monday to Friday 9.30am-4:30pm. You can call them on 0808 801 0608, or book an appointment via the button below:

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This section has lots of information on a variety of issues that a child or young person may encounter during their education. However, if you need further advice and support, you can contact our Helpline. Our team are there to talk from Monday to Friday 9.30am-4:30pm.

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Parents Voices in Wales CIC - support group advocating for families whose children and young people have neurodivergence/mental health challenges

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Parents Voices in Wales CIC - support group advocating for families whose children and young people have neurodivergence/mental health challenges

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https://www.facebook.com/groups/332812323965395/

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A group for parents, carers & families who want to join a positive movement to support public services through collaborative working with NHS, Welsh Government, Councils, Schools with an aim to...

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ADHD+ Newport (Parent/Care Giver Support Group) - access to the online and face to face parent/carer Gwent community, resources 

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ADHD+ Newport (Parent/Care Giver Support Group) - access to the online and face to face parent/carer Gwent community, resources 

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https://www.facebook.com/groups/1702750479793895/

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A friendly, non-judgemental and positive group for ADHD/AUTISM/NEURODIVERSE families to share and support each other. This is ran by families for families and is not a professional organisation or...

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https://youtu.be/be3ksMpiTVE

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https://youtu.be/RVH_8K7y5bs

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https://youtu.be/NiF55EXHZWE

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Autism Wales : Welsh Local Government Website for Children and Adults in Wales

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Autism Wales : Welsh Local Government Website for Children and Adults in Wales

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Awtistiaeth Cymru | Autism Wales | National Autism Team

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I am autistic - Awtistiaeth Cymru | Autism Wales | National Autism Team

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A range of useful resources have been developed with autistic people. These can help with day to day activities and plans. What is autism? This section helps to build a better understanding of autism. A range of resources have been developed in partnership with autistic people, parents and carers and professionals that clearly explain what [...]

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Witherslack Group : Webinars and Resources FREE!

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Witherslack Group : Webinars and Resources FREE!

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Special Educational Needs Schools & SEND Support - Witherslack Group

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Witherslack Group is the leading provider of specialist education for young people with special educational needs. Also providing SEND advice and support.

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ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity UK : Website to Resources

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ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity UK : Website to Resources

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The ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity - an integrated health and education service.

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Leaflets – Medicines For Children

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Our vision

Our vision is that any parent or carer, wherever they are, has information on their child's medicines that they can trust.

What we offer

Our medicines information pages cover many of the medicines that are prescribed or recommended for children by health professionals. They answer frequent questions, such as how and when to give the medicine, what to do if you forget to give the medicine, and any possible side-effects.

You can also read information or watch our short videos about giving different types of medicines, including tablets, capsules, liquid medicine, inhalers, eye drops/ointment and ear drops.

Who are we?

Medicines for Children is a partnership programme of Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), Neonatal and Paediatric Pharmacists Group (NPPG) and WellChild. Read more about us and our work.

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Medicines For Children - We provide practical and reliable advice about giving medicine to your child

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Our vision is that any parent or carer, wherever they are, has information on their child's medicines that they can trust. Our medicines information pages cover many of the medicines that are prescribed or recommended for children by health professionals.

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Within Neurodivergence there may be other conditions that can overlap with Autism, ADHD, Tics and Tourettes.  These are not diagnosed through the NHS but if you have concerns please speak to your Health Visitor, GP, School Nurse or Teacher/ALNCO.

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Autistic Girls Network. 19,013 likes · 378 talking about this. Charity campaigning for and raising awareness of autistic girls, autistic masking and how not recognising or diagnosing can cause mental...

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Autism Family Support Service for Monmouthshire

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Autism Family Support Service for Monmouthshire

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Autism Family Support Service for Monmouthshire. 332 likes · 33 talking about this. The Autism Family Support Service (AFS) provides support, advice and guidance to Families

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Learn about ADHD through the eyes of amazing ADHD’er Molly. This short animation is aimed at school children to help them understand the condition beyond the misconceptions that most adults h…

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What is Neurodiversity : Video 2 Older Children/Adults

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What is Neurodiversity : Video 2 Older Children/Adults

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Blaenau Gwent Family Information Service : Self Referral

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Blaenau Gwent Family Information Service : Self Referral

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Blaenau Gwent Family Information Service provides free, quality, confidential and impartial information and guidance on the full range of services available to Children and Young People in the local borough of Blaenau Gwent.

We offer advice on choosing childcare, children's clubs, baby groups, leisure and sports activities, health issues, parenting support and much more.

We can also provide impartial advice on training for a career in childcare, setting up as a childcare provider and how to access grants.

Blaenau Gwent Family Information Service is based at The Heart of the Valleys Integrated Children's Centre,Old Blaina Infant School, High Street Blaina Blaenau Gwent NP13 3BN

We are available from Monday - Thursday 9.00a.m. - 5.00p.m. and Friday 9.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.

An Answer phone facility is available for an out of hour service, if you leave your name and number, someone will get back to you.

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Blaenau Gwent Family Information Service

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Blaenau Gwent Family Information Service provides free, quality, confidential and impartial information and guidance on the full range of services available to Children and Young People in the local borough of Blaenau Gwent. We offer advice on choosing childcare, children's clubs, baby groups, leisure and sports activities, health issues, parenting support and much more.

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What is Neurodiversity? Video 1 Small Children

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What is Neurodiversity? Video 1 Small Children