Following my neurodivergent ageing seminar last year, I am back at the National Neurodiversity Show 2026 to present Axia's Dyspraxia Centre of Excellence (DCOE). I am incredibly passionate about this service, and honoured to be able to talk about what we hope to achieve. Dr Buchan's vision for the DCOE seeks to raise awareness of dyspraxia and ensure that all stakeholders understand the wider implications of this condition. This approach prioritises treating individuals with

Neurodivergence, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and dyspraxia / developmental coordination disorder (DCD), is increasingly talked about in clinical and educational settings and on social media, although these conditions are often misunderstood. Over the last 5 years, carrying out over a thousand neurodevelopmental assessments, I have been asked about NICE compliance and the assessment tools I might use. These questi

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

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...

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