Autism & ADHD

Autism & ADHD We are a Multi-Award winning social enterprise providing world-wide support. Recently evaluated as "World Class" in our training and research.

Support both pre and post diagnosis. Our aim is to Listen, Learn and Understand, and by understanding what your individual challenges are we can then give you support, information and training on Autism, ADHD and Mental Health issues delivered in a very bespoke way, Because we believe it isn't about just reading a book and providing a leaflet, its about building on the knowledge you already have

and drawing on the experience we have, to come up with a bespoke solution based approach that works for individuals, families and organisations.

Day 7: Weekly Reflection: Preservation over Perfection. If you’ve spent this week feeling like you're hanging on by your...
07/06/2026

Day 7: Weekly Reflection: Preservation over Perfection.

If you’ve spent this week feeling like you're hanging on by your fingertips, please know you are not alone.

This week, try to identify one unnecessary pressure you can remove.

Remember, our focus this month is not on achieving perfection, but on protecting nervous systems.

Day 6: The Power of Partnership. No single group holds the answer—parents hold the deep lived experience, professionals ...
06/06/2026

Day 6: The Power of Partnership.

No single group holds the answer—parents hold the deep lived experience, professionals provide systemic and therapeutic insight, and neurodivergent individuals provide the crucial internal reality.

We learn best when we step out of our separate "boxes" and share these perspectives without hierarchy, blame, or competition.

Day 5: Shifting the Narrative on "Behaviour". When a child suddenly struggles in June, it is rarely due to "bad behaviou...
05/06/2026

Day 5: Shifting the Narrative on "Behaviour".

When a child suddenly struggles in June, it is rarely due to "bad behaviour," laziness, or manipulation.

It is almost always a result of cumulative nervous system overload.

They are trying their best to hold it together, but their capacity is empty.

Day 4: Why June Events Feel Like Threats. Sports days, transition visits, and leavers' assemblies might seem fun, but th...
04/06/2026

Day 4: Why June Events Feel Like Threats.

Sports days, transition visits, and leavers' assemblies might seem fun, but they are often highly dysregulating.

They disrupt routine, increase social demands, and change the sensory environment—all things that challenge a nervous system that relies on predictability to feel safe.

Day 3: The "Finish Line" Fatigue. By June, many neurodivergent individuals have spent months masking, sensory-adapting, ...
03/06/2026

Day 3: The "Finish Line" Fatigue.

By June, many neurodivergent individuals have spent months masking, sensory-adapting, and trying to meet rigid societal expectations. This cumulative effort leads to profound exhaustion for children, parents, and teachers alike.

Recognising this collective fatigue is the first step in moving from "pushing harder" to "preservation".

•Day 2: Why Anticipatory Support Matters. Parents, carers, and professionals often only engage when a crisis point is re...
03/06/2026

•Day 2: Why Anticipatory Support Matters.

Parents, carers, and professionals often only engage when a crisis point is reached.

Our new monthly programme is designed to help you prepare emotionally and practically for the predictable pressure points we know happen throughout the year.

By recognising these patterns earlier, we can reduce overall distress and lower the intensity of the "survival mode" cycle.

Understanding the June RealityDay 1: Welcome to June: The "Holding It Together" Month. While June looks clear on a calen...
01/06/2026

Understanding the June Reality

Day 1: Welcome to June: The "Holding It Together" Month.

While June looks clear on a calendar, for the neurodivergent nervous system, it is often one of the most taxing months of the year.

Here at A&A we are moving away from reactive crisis management and moving toward a more proactive, anticipatory approach.

So, for this month, we aren't just talking about survival—we are acknowledging that your effort to help your child or yourself cross the school-year finish line is a significant achievement.

Stay with us as we explore this topic throughout the month, with daily posts on facebook and instagram.

Your ND-Friendly Mental Health ToolkitMental health support isn't just about therapy; it's about the daily things that k...
31/05/2026

Your ND-Friendly Mental Health Toolkit

Mental health support isn't just about therapy; it's about the daily things that keep us grounded.

Here’s what’s in an ND-affirming toolkit:
- Sensory Gear: Earplugs, tinted glasses, or comfortable textures.
- Executive Function Aids: Visual timers, apps for task-breaking, or "body doubling" with a friend.
- Safe Spaces: A designated corner of your home where no one is allowed to interrupt you.
- Low-Demand Days: Giving yourself permission to do the bare minimum when your "battery" is low.

What’s one thing in your toolkit that you couldn't live without?

Address

Registered Address(we Are Home Based So Not Physically Here) : Unit 81, Centaur Court, Claydon Business Park, Gt. Blakenham
Ipswich
IP60NL

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Autism & ADHD posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organisation

Send a message to Autism & ADHD:

Shortcuts

Share

Category