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Neurodiversity at Home Blog
Welcome to Neurodiversity at Home, a space created to support parents, carers, and educators of neurodiverse children. Here you’ll find lived experiences, practical advice, and resources on SEN support in the UK, reflections on neurodiversity in education, and questions like how to support an autistic child at school.
You can also explore my book, Neurodiversity in Education a neurodiversity book for parents and educators, where I share my personal journey, echoing the experiences of many families raising and teaching neurodiverse children.


Autistic Challenges with Social Cues and Managing Social Situations
Autistic challenges with social cues. Autistic individuals with autism often experience intense stress while decoding social cues and reading facial expressions.
Joanne Baldwin
Dec 10, 20253 min read


Supporting a Child With Sensory Overload During the Christmas Holidays
Support your child with sensory overload this Christmas with practical tips for calmer routines, reduced overwhelm, and a more enjoyable festive season.
Joanne Baldwin
Dec 6, 20253 min read


Do you know how easily a child can be Radicalised
Do you know how easily a child can be radicalised? Being radicalised is the process by which individuals adopt extreme beliefs or ideologies to achieve goals.
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 28, 20253 min read


Finding Local Support for Carers: The Powerful Impact of Talking
Finding Local Support for carers with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The powerful impact of talking to others who understand, sharing stories and advice.
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 24, 20252 min read


Autistic Employment: Challenges, Opportunities and Rights in the UK
Employment discrimination against individuals with autism in the UK is a significant issue. Only twenty per cent of Autistic people get work compared to fifty per cent of disabled people as a whole.
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 21, 20253 min read


How Therapy Animals Improve the Lives of Neurodiverse People: Emotional, Social, and Therapeutic Benefits
Discover the benefits of pets for mental health. Pets support neurodiverse individuals by reducing anxiety, improving communication, and enhancing emotional well-being.
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 16, 20253 min read


USA IEP: How to Make a Request for IEP Assessment.
The USA IEPs for special education needs services are governed by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which is equivalent to the UK's EHCNA.
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 16, 20253 min read


UK EHCP: How to Make a Request for Needs Assessment.
Here's how to apply for the UK's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You can act on your behalf (such as a parent, carer, or teacher) and request an assessment
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 16, 20252 min read


Why Inclusion for Special Educational Needs Isn’t Working
Inclusion is the concept that children with special educational needs (SEN) can thrive in a mainstream school setting. The UK offers an inclusive philosophy but not a structural framework.
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 15, 20254 min read


Why is Poor Behaviour a big issue for schools
Why is poor behaviour a big issue for schools? We must ask why this is happening because understanding the root causes is the first step towards positive change.
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 13, 20253 min read


Mental Health: How Childhood Trauma Has a Big Effect
Explore how childhood trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) shape mental health, relationships, and future wellbeing. How can education systems do more to support?
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 7, 20253 min read


The Other Side of Special Needs: The Sibling Experience
Challenges of being a sibling to a Special Needs Child. Family dynamics play a significant role in how we experience growing up. A disabled child's presence will offer different experiences and insights than his peers. The impacts can affect the social and emotional development of the typically developing sibling. (TDS)
Joanne Baldwin
Nov 3, 20253 min read


How Easily Can a Child be Radicalised: Understanding the hidden risks
"Learn how easily children can be radicalised through online content, peer pressure, and social isolation. Discover the warning signs, risk factors, and how to protect young people from
Joanne Baldwin
Oct 23, 20253 min read


Helping Children Manage Their Anxiety: Practical Strategies to Build Calm and Resilience
Learn proven ways to support your child’s anxiety, encourage calm thinking, and nurture emotional resilience for a brighter future.
Joanne Baldwin
Oct 20, 20253 min read


A Neurodiverse journey in Education
This is a neurodiverse journey in education. I started writing while I was a teaching assistant in a school, but even before this time, I witnessed children falling through the attainment gap.
Joanne Baldwin
Oct 19, 20252 min read


Victorian Education System Today
Is our Victorian educational system still fit for purpose in 2025? Should we stop the adult-led teaching of comparison and grades and start meeting the children's needs?
Joanne Baldwin
Oct 17, 20253 min read


How Emotional, Psychological, and Social are important for Good Mental Health
Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with life's stresses, realise their abilities, learn and work well, and contribute to their community.
Joanne Baldwin
Oct 15, 20252 min read


Informative Books about Neurodiversity and Special Educational Needs
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.
Joanne Baldwin
Oct 13, 20255 min read


Are these 10 Executive Functioning Skills important?
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.
Joanne Baldwin
Oct 11, 202510 min read


Homeschooling in the UK: Personalised Learning and Socialisation Challenges
Homeschooling in the UK has become an increasingly popular educational option for various reasons. Here are the key advantages and disadvantages of homeschooling in the UK.
Joanne Baldwin
Oct 8, 20253 min read
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