Identifying emotions with the Zone of Regulation Zones of Regulation is a structured framework (often used in schools and with neurodivergent learners) that helps people identify and label their emotional state. This is an educational framework to create awareness of our emotions and build ways to manage them - self-regulate. This was developed by Occupational Therapist Leah Kuypers and introduced in 2011. It can be used in schools and at home. At its core, it breaks feelin

AuDHD is an informal term people use to describe someone who is both autistic and has ADHD at the same time. It’s not an official medical diagnosis.

Feeling overwhelmed means you feel like too much is happening at once, and it’s more than you feel able to handle right now. It’s a mix of emotional, mental, and sometimes physical pressure.

An Occupational therapy Assessment is essential to support Autism. Along with the diagnosis pathway, an Occupational Therapist (OT) can empower an autistic child

When a child struggles with speech and/or language, it can affect learning, friendships, behaviour and confidence. Early support is key to their success in education and life.

Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) is a healthcare profession that helps children and adults who have difficulties with communication, speech and language.

Routines help autistic people feel safe, regulated, and able to function in a world that often feels unpredictable and overwhelming. Not to be rigid but to function.

Stimming is short for self-stimulatory behaviour, which is characterised by repetitive movements, sounds, or actions that help a person regulate their body and emotions.

Autistic challenges with social cues. Autistic individuals with autism often experience intense stress while decoding social cues and reading facial expressions.

Support your child with sensory overload this Christmas with practical tips for calmer routines, reduced overwhelm, and a more enjoyable festive season.

Learn proven ways to support your child’s anxiety, encourage calm thinking, and nurture emotional resilience for a brighter future.

Here's a list of books about Neurodiversity and Special Educational Needs. I have found them informative and helpful. This is my choice; it may lead you to other books.

Are executive functioning skills essential? The brain acts as a control centre, orchestrating various mental processes to help individuals navigate the complexities of daily life.

Autistic burnout is when someone on the autism spectrum experiences physical, emotional, or mental exhaustion. It is often a result of prolonged exposure to stressors.

What's the difference between a child who masks their autistic behaviour and a child with Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder(SPCD)?

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). How to manage daily living with a child experiencing high levels of anxiety and demand avoidance. PDA is associated with Autisum.

Masking refers to the behaviour of individuals with autism that consciously or unconsciously copy social behaviours to be socially included. 

Best tech to support a person with Dyslexia - Technology plays a crucial role in empowering neurodiverse individuals in various aspects of life, including education

Autism is a "spectrum" disorder because it includes many characteristics and levels of impairment, which can vary significantly from one person to another.

Best tech for Autistics. Numerous technologies are designed to help autistic individuals in various aspects of their lives. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).