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What do neurodivergent people wish you knew? Real voices share real insights—from empathy and patience to the power of thinking differently.

🌟 Alison from NEST Ayrshire joined North Ayrshire’s youth work team for a powerful session on neurodivergence—sparking meaningful conversations and inspiring inclusive practice. Find out how the morning unfolded!

🚨 It’s Myth Busting Monday! We’re starting Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025 by tackling the myth that being neurodivergent is rare. Spoiler: it’s not! Let’s spread the truth and celebrate different minds. 💜

🧠 Myth-Busting Monday: “Autism looks the same in everyone.” Let’s bust this myth and talk about the real diversity of autistic experiences—because no two autistic people are exactly alike.

🌟 Discover how Onthank Primary and Supported Learning Centre are championing neurodiversity through creativity and compassion! Watch their inspiring video and celebrate the power of inclusive education. 🎬💙

“Dyslexia only affects reading and writing.”Think again. Dyslexia can impact memory, processing speed, and spatial awareness too. Let’s bust this myth and broaden our understanding.

🧠 Myth-Busting Monday: “Neurodivergent people are either brilliant or struggling.” Let’s bust this binary myth and talk about the real spectrum of neurodivergent experiences—because everyone deserves to be seen in their full complexity.

🧠 Myth-Busting Monday: “Neurodivergence is just a childhood thing.” Spoiler alert: It’s not. Discover why autism and ADHD don’t disappear with age—and why adult diagnoses matter more than ever.

💜 Meet Angus—a young voice kicking off Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025 with honesty and heart. His story reminds us that being different is something to be proud of. 💙

🧠 Myth-Busting Monday: “Neurodivergence is just an excuse.” Let’s bust this harmful myth and uncover the truth about how neurodivergent brains really work—because understanding beats judgment every time.

🧠 Myth-Busting Monday: “ADHD is just about being hyperactive.”Think again. ADHD comes in different types—including inattentive presentation, which doesn’t involve hyperactivity at all. Let’s bust this myth and broaden our understanding.

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025 is packed with free events—webinars, panels, and workshops for all! NEST is sharing the details so you can join the celebration and watch anytime online. 💙