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Is Anxiety Neurodivergent?

Jun21

Featured image by Suzy Hazelwood, Pexels.com Blog post updated on 3rd July 2023. What does it mean to be neurodivergent? Image by Yan Krukau, Pexels.com Neurodivergence is when someone’s brain processes and/or behaves differently from what is considered “typical.” Neurodiverse people may also learn things differently from their neurotypical peers.

Exceptional Individuals Announce New Executive Management Team

Jun13

Exceptional Individuals, the UK’s first employment agency for the neurodiverse community, is pleased to announce the confirmation of Ruth-Ellen Danquah and Danny Ireland as their new Chief Management Team. Ruth-Ellen and Danny will guide the organisation in its mission to promote and support neurodivergent individuals within the employment space. They replace

What is Assistive Technology?

Jun10

Featured image by Andrea Piacquadio, Pexels.com Blog post updated on 27th July 2022. What Are Some Examples of Assistive Technology? Assistive technology is any kind of device or software that can be used to support neurodiverse individuals. This can include anything from noise-cancelling headphones to more complex systems that provide

Book Review: All Cats Are on the Autism Spectrum

Jun09

All photography in this post is by April Slocombe. Introduction All Cats Are on the Autism Spectrum (2021) is a book that Kathy Hoopman wrote. It is an updated version of All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome (2006) that Hoopman also wrote. In Hoopman’s note at the beginning of the book,

A man is holding a broom or mop handle and singing into it.

Vocal Stimming in Autism: What Are Vocal Stims?

May16

Featured image by RDNE Stock project, Pexels.com Blog post updated on 3rd July 2023 What is Stimming? Stimming serves as a means for individuals with autism to manage their sensory input and adapt to the often overwhelming sensory world that surrounds them. Vocal stimming can take various forms, including singing,

How can I help my neurodiverse employees thrive?

Mar28

Featured Image by Fauxels, Pexels.com There are many benefits to hiring neurodiverse people, but like everyone, each neurodiverse person has different skills and support needs in order for them to thrive. Neurodiversity covers a whole range of conditions such as autism, dyspraxia, ADHD, and dyslexia. Everyone has unique qualities that

How Do You Interview Someone Who is Neurodivergent?

Mar22

Featured Image by MART PRODUCTION, Pexels.com Interviewing a neurodiverse candidate can be different from interviewing a neurotypical candidate. Find out about neurodiversity and tips on how to interview a neurodiverse person. What is a Neurodiverse Candidate? Image by August de Richelieu, Pexels.com A neurodiverse candidate is someone who has a

Autism & Romantic Relationships: What to Expect

Mar09

Featured Image by Ba Tik, Pexels.com Updated on 26th June 2023 Relationships can be confusing and complex for people on the autism spectrum. Find out more about how autism can affect relationships and some top tips for being in a relationship with someone who has autism. What is Autism? Image

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