Learning About Neurodivergence

Sound can be a source of joy—or overwhelm—for neurodivergent individuals. This week, we explore how the sense of hearing impacts daily life and how we can offer support when it’s too much (or not enough).

Many neurodivergent individuals mask their true selves to fit in but at what cost? In this blog, we explore what masking is, why people do it, and how to build a world where it’s safe to be your authentic self.

Explore how the sense of touch impacts daily life for neurodivergent individuals. Learn the differences between touch sensitivity and seeking behaviours—and discover practical ways to offer support at home, school, or in the community.

Ever wondered why some people cover their ears at birthday parties or crave spicy food at every meal? In Week 1 of our Making Sense of Sensory series, we’re exploring the fascinating world of over- and under-sensitivity - what it looks like, how it feels, and why understanding it is key to supporting neurodivergent individuals.

Struggling with mealtimes? Our free workshop and companion workbook explore why selective and restrictive eating happens — and how to support without pressure. Watch anytime, at your own pace.

🧠 Feeling emotionally drained or shut down? It could be more than just stress — it might be neurodivergent burnout. This isn’t about laziness. It’s about the toll of trying to keep up in a world that doesn’t work for your brain. 💙 Read our latest blog to understand the signs and how to support recovery.

⏳ Why does someone need a bit more time to respond? For many neurodivergent people, processing time isn’t a delay — it’s a different way of thinking. In our latest blog, we explore what processing time really means, why it matters, and how to support it with patience and understanding. 💙

🎶 Music can calm, energise, focus, and express — especially for neurodivergent minds. This World Music Day, we’re celebrating the powerful connection between music and the neurodivergent brain. 💜

Neurodivergent Men & Mental Health – Let’s Talk 🧠 Mental health can be tough to talk about, especially for neurodivergent men. This Men’s Health Week, we’re opening the conversation — because talking isn’t weakness, it’s strength.

What Is Stimming? 🤲 From hand flapping to fidget toys, stimming is a natural and often essential part of many neurodivergent lives. In this blog, we explore what stimming really means — and why understanding it matters.

💬 Tourette’s: More Than Tics There’s more to Tourette’s than swearing or shouting. This blog busts common myths, shares key facts, and helps build a better understanding of what Tourette’s really looks like.

We’re lacing up in teal and standing with the Tourette community! 💙💡 Join us as we raise awareness, challenge myths, and celebrate the voices and experiences of those living with Tourette Syndrome.

Think we only have five senses? Think again! 🧠🌈 Discover the eight sensory systems and how understanding them can help us better support neurodivergent individuals in feeling safe, calm, and connected.

🧠✨ Mental health and neurodiversity are more connected than you think. Let’s talk about how our brains work — and how we feel. Because both matter. 💬🌱

Infographic on executive functioning highlights working memory, task initiative, time management, impulse control, planning, flexibility, persistence.

April is Autism Acceptance Month—a time to uplift autistic voices, celebrate neurodiversity, and build a more inclusive world. Here’s how NEST is showing support and how you can get involved. 💬💙

Autism Acceptance Month is a call to action—to listen, to learn, and to do better. These three powerful statistics show why real acceptance is urgently needed. 💬💙

Representation isn’t just about visibility—it’s about value. Here’s why it’s so important for neurodivergent people to be seen, heard, and authentically portrayed across all areas of life. 💬💙

What’s one word that describes neurodiversity to you? Our community shared their answers, and they’re as diverse and powerful as the people who shared them. Let’s explore the meanings behind the words that matter. 🌈

Actor and comedian Jim Carrey once said, “I’m wired differently. I think differently... and I’ve been able to use my mind in a creative, imaginative way.” His experience with ADHD is a reminder that neurodiversity isn’t just a challenge—it’s a different kind of brilliance.