You can find support and resources here about neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism (ASD), Sensory Impairments and more.
There can be a lot of jargon related to disability and health conditions that some of us may not fully understand. We want all of our patients, families and visitors to feel comfortable using our services, regardless of their differences. If you believe you need additional support for you, your child or family member, please seek advice and guidance from a medical professional in the first instance, but you may also find these links useful.
Neurodiversity Works is an organisation that advocates for accessible opportunities for neurodivergent people. Organisations that are not inclusive of neurodiversity miss out on exceptional talent. They campaign for specialist internship and job programmes and against workplace discrimination, raise awareness of the adjustments neurodivergent people need to be provided, connect talent and entrepreneurs with opportunities, education and networks and provide greater visibility for neurodivergent talent.
AADD-UK is a small, unfunded charity currently running support groups and help the ADHD online community. The main aims of AADD-UK are raising awareness of ADHD in adulthood, advancing the education of professionals and the public at a national and local level in the UK to ensure that all adults with ADHD regardless of age, gender, health, ethnicity, socio-economic status, and religion have fair and equitable access to health, social, employment, and other services as needed, and to promote and support research in the field of adult ADHD.
The National Autistic Society is here to help the 700,000 autistic people in the UK and their families. They are dedicated to transforming lives and changing attitudes to be more autism-friendly. They have volunteer-led branches as well as online peer support. You can also use the service’s online directory to find the answers you are looking for or get support from their dedicated caseworkers and specialists who can support you with specific challenges.
ADHD UK was founded with a mission to help those affected by ADHD – either those that have the condition or people close to them: family, friends, employers, and co-workers. Every person with ADHD is unique and it impacts individuals differently. The aim is to help people navigate their life with ADHD and to reduce the stigma that some attach to those with ADHD.
ADHD Voices brings the perspectives and experiences of children into international debates around rising child psychiatric diagnoses and the increasing use of drugs in child psychiatry. These voices contribute to an empirical evidence base that helps to inform ethical debate, clinical judgment, and national policy.
The ADHD Foundation is the UK’s leading neurodiversity charity, offering a strength-based, lifespan service for the 1 in 5 of us who live with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, DCD, Dyscalculia, OCD, Tourette’s Syndrome and more. Their mission is to advocate for and actively improve the life chances of those living with and impacted by their neurodivergences.
Very Well Mind’s mission is to help you prioritize your mental health and find balance. They are an award-winning resource for reliable, compassionate, and up-to-date information on the mental health topics that matter most to you. We are dedicated to empowering you with the trustworthy evidence-based information you need for your mental and emotional well-being. Our mission is to help you prioritize your mental health and find balance amid the chaos of daily life.
Genius Within are Passionate about Neurodiversity. They are a social enterprise who help neurominorities unlock their talents. At Genius Within they specialise in neurominority inclusion and support. Whether this comes in the form of coaching and assessments for neurodiverse/neurodivergent individuals, awareness training and inclusion consultancy for businesses, or support with gaining employment and life beyond the criminal justice system.