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Ready for the school year? The NEST team share their favourite back-to-school must-haves to support comfort, confidence, and neurodivergent needs in the classroom.

From missed alarms to morning meltdowns — the start of the day can be one of the hardest times for neurodivergent people. But the right morning routine can offer comfort, structure, and calm.

What helps a neurodivergent young person re-engage with learning? In Part 2 of our series on school avoidance, we explore compassionate strategies that put wellbeing and trust first — not pressure.

Some people need more time to think, and that’s okay. This month’s SLT tip is all about why processing time matters — and how waiting just 10 seconds can make a big difference.

Exam Results Day can stir up a lot of emotions—excitement, nerves, uncertainty. Whether your results went as planned or not, we want to remind you of one simple truth: your worth is not defined by a grade. 💚

Scents can soothe, alert, or overwhelm — and for many neurodivergent individuals, smell plays a bigger role than we realise. In this week’s Making Sense of Sensory post, we’re diving into the world of smell sensitivities, from scent avoiders to sensory seekers, and how we can create more comfortable environments for everyone.

When a young person avoids school, it’s easy to jump to conclusions. But behind every refusal is a story. Let’s explore what school avoidance really means, especially for those who are neurodivergent.

Why do some people love bold flavours while others stick to plain pasta? In this week’s Making Sense of Sensory blog, we explore the sense of taste — and how sensory differences can shape eating habits, mealtime stress, and how we support neurodivergent individuals with confidence and compassion.

Change isn’t always easy — especially for neurodivergent individuals.Our Coping With Change workshop offers practical tools, emotional support, and simple strategies to help make transitions feel safer and more manageable. Watch anytime, for free, at www.nest.scot/videos.

For some people, light is painful. For others, the world feels dim or visually confusing. This week, we’re looking at how the sense of sight can be over- or under-stimulating for neurodivergent individuals — and how we can support visual needs with kindness and clarity.

Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s how we survive, recharge, and stay grounded. In this blog, we share simple, neurodivergent-friendly ideas to help you build your own self-care toolkit. From sensory soothers to emotional support and structure, this post is packed with ideas that actually work.