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Neurodiversity
Everyone’s experiences the world differently. Neurodiversity is a word that describes the different ways people experience and interact with the world around them.
What is neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity is also a word that is used to describe some conditions, such as, but not limited to:
- ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
- OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
- Dyspraxia and dyscalculia
Approximately 1 in every 7 people in the UK are neurodivergent. Being neurodivergent is not a bad thing, it just means that you experience the world in a different way. Each type of neurodivergence comes with great strengths that neurotypical people may not have.
I think I might be neurodivergent
Until recently, it was often only people who fit the classic stereotype of being neurodivergent that were diagnosed, This is for many reasons and you can find out more about this on National Autistic Society website.
Now, we understand a lot more about neurodivergence and how that shows up for people of all different ages, backgrounds, genders and lived experiences.
Until recently, women and people marginalised for their gender (such as trans and non-binary people) were rarely diagnosed with ADHD and autism in particular. This is why the news often speaks about the large numbers of people now looking to get a diagnosis who didn’t find out until recently that they are neurodivergent.
Getting a diagnosis
If you're looking to explore getting a diagnosis, take a look at our page that explains the different ways you could get diagnosed.
Living well with neurodivergence
Havering’s Neurodiversity Staff Forum have put together a list of top tips that help them to adapt their day to be more neurodivergent-friendly.
This list is just a suggestion and these tips may not work for you and you may find other ideas more useful.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming events
Lumiere Cinema Neurodivergent and Dementia Friendly Screenings
WHAT: These sessions are aimed at providing a friendly, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for those who are neurodivergent or have dementia. The volume is turned down to a comfortable and tested...
Havering Communication and Interaction Team Parent and Carers Coffee Afternoon
Join Havering Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Communication & Interaction Team for a warm cuppa and meaningful conversation! Parents and carers of children and young people with Social Communication and Interaction...
Related Services
Related services
NeuroTogether
Neurodiverse adult support group for neurodivergents, friends and families - sharing and supporting lived experience online and through walks.
First Step
First Step offers families the opportunity to meet in a welcoming and understanding environment.
Havering SEND Local Offer
Digital one stop shop of all the information you need to know about SEND in Havering.
