Are you a Parent with a Neurodiverse Child?

Below we have collated a list of organizations, and charities that offer support and advice to parents and carers including support groups.

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Organizations that you can turn to for advice and support.

AADD-UK

Access a full list of Support Groups for adults, parents and children with ADHD.

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AUTISM VOICE UK

Parent-driven, not for profit organization with a goal to be the association and voice for Autism in the Black Asian and Minority Ethnic community in the UK.

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THE BRAIN CHARITY

Champion neurodiversity and provide practical help, emotional support, and social activities to people with a neurological condition.

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THE NEUROLOGICAL ALLIANCE

Access a full list of organisations with aim to inform and advise individuals, carers and other people affected by a neurological condition.

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JESSE’S PLACE FOUNDATION

Offer sensitization programmes about autism and provide support that can combat stigmatization within the UK and in Nigeria.

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DIRECTORY OF SPECIAL NEEDS PROVIDERS IN NIGERIA

A directory of health care providers, support groups, and networks for autistic and neurodiverse children based in Nigeria.

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Videos that can help share more insight into neurodiversity.

Neurodiversity: Learning the different ways kids think

By Scary Mommy

Panel discussion about how the different ways children think and perceive the world should be framed as a gift and a strength. 

The panelists are Judy Singer, Sociologist, Dr. Lawrence Fung, Director, Adult Neurodevelopment Clinic.

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Neurodiversity awareness video series by Afrikindness

The video series includes: -

  • Introduction to Neurodiversity – challenges with the minority community. 
  • Challenges and Misconceptions 
  • Different forms of Neurodiversity 
  • Support available – Embracing Neurodiversity
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Neurodiversity awareness video series by NHS

Each short, animated video explores a different topic or issue, and includes interesting stories from people with lived experience to give you a new perspective. We look at the challenges neurodivergent people may face such as sensitivity to light and noise.

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What is Neurodiversity? By Differing Minds

The video covers... 

  • What is neurodiversity? 
  • What neurological conditions does it encompass? 
  • What is it like to be neurodiverse or neurodivergent? 
  • How can neurodiversity be supported in the workplace?
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Reading materials that offer insights and advice.

  1. Neurodiversity resource packLearn More
  2. Supporting your Neurodiverse childLearn More
  3. Neurodiversity and Co-occurring difficultiesLearn More
  4. Understanding NeurodiversityLearn More
  5. Understanding and supporting NeurodiversityLearn More
  6. What does it mean when a person is neurodivergentLearn More

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