The festive season is often sold to us as a time of joy, connection and celebration, but for many children, young people, families and neurodivergent adults, it can also be one of the most overwhelming periods of the entire year. Routines shift. Sensory environments intensify. Social expectations grow, and on top of that, we’re all carrying our own stories: grief, change, transitions, burnout, financial strain and the pressure to “stay jolly.” As a specialist Occupational The

I am tempted to make some lame jokes about how learning to drive 'drove me mad' or was the 'road to Hell', but let's just say it was tricky! Many neurodivergent individuals excel at driving, such as professional racing driver Bobby Trundley, NASCAR driver Armani Williams, and international karting driver Elliott Shaw. However, many struggle with this task. This is not an intelligence issue; it is not a common-sense issue; it is a processing difference. Understanding this, usi

Halloween can be such a mix of excitement and anxiety, especially for those of us who are neurodivergent. The lights, the noise, the costumes, the crowds; it’s a lot. And if you’re a neurodivergent parent, like me, trying to make the day magical for your child while managing your own sensory limits can feel like walking a tightrope in an ill-fitting clown costume.   Parents often feel overwhelmed before the day even arrives. Pumpkin carving sounds lovely in theory, but in pra

I wanted to share my experience of exhibiting and speaking at The Neurodiversity Show, Liverpool. This was my first time at the show, and...

Why choose JBOT-UK ® ?  I get it : I am neurodivergent (AuDHD) so have plenty of lived experience alongside extensive professional...

I am delighted to be exhibiting and speaking at the Neurodiversity Show in Liverpool on the 16th July 2025! I will be bringing some of my...

I am delighted to support and promote Neurodiversity Week! We often talk about the paucity of information and support for neurodivergent...

I've recently uploaded a resource you might like to print or share with those who may not understand how neurodiversity impacts your...

I have added new certificates and stickers to accompany the Penguins and Pigeons neurodiversity tale I created. Check out my listing here-...

My updated sensory information packs are now available! They cover the 8 senses and have visual maps which allow you to understand your...

It's Autism Acceptance Week 2024, for those of you who have struggled with- *The lack of awareness surrounding the wide spectrum of...