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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.
What is Stimming
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.
Mable Green
3 days ago2 min read
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.
Mable Green
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.
Mable Green
Dec 6, 20253 min read
Inclusive Education: Insights from Finland, Canada, and New Zealand
When I began to see the cracks in our own education system, I naturally started to wonder—what are other countries doing differently?
Mable Green
Dec 1, 20253 min read
Excluded in Primary School for those with Special Educational Needs
Why are children in the UK's Primary Schools being excluded? What is driving the recent rise? Some organisations and experts call for a rethink of exclusion practices
Mable Green
Nov 28, 20254 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.
Mable Green
Nov 16, 20253 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.
Mable Green
Nov 13, 20253 min read
Understanding Social Stories: A Complete Guide to Teaching Social Skills and Positive Behaviours
"Learn what Social Stories are and how they help children—especially those with autism—understand social situations, manage behaviour, and build confidence.
Mable Green
Oct 30, 20256 min read
Beyond the Classroom: Valuing Parent's Lived Experience in Education
When schools value qualifications over lived experience, they miss what parents know best — their children. This post explores why education must respect parental insight and real-life understanding.
Mable Green
Oct 25, 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.
Mable Green
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.
Mable Green
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?
Mable Green
Oct 17, 20253 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.
Mable Green
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.
Mable Green
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.
Mable Green
Oct 7, 20253 min read
Hidden Meltdown: No idea how to support Autistic Burnout
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.
Mable Green
Oct 5, 20253 min read
Why is it important to look after our Neurodiverse children?
Why is it important to look after our Neurodiverse children? Could you show me a class of children who are all the same? The same abilities, interests, backgrounds, and learning styles?
Mable Green
Oct 1, 20253 min read
How to support Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder (SPCD)
What's the difference between a child who masks their autistic behaviour and a child with Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder(SPCD)?
Mable Green
Sep 28, 20254 min read
Pathological Demand Avoidance(PDA) How to manage daily living
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.
Mable Green
Sep 21, 20254 min read
What is a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO)
A Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) is responsible for identifying and planning support for children with extra educational support in schools.
Mable Green
Aug 27, 20255 min read
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