Many people prefer to self-manage their needs as a neurodivergent adult, but there may be points in your life when you need some extra help. That might just mean reading some helpful information and guidance. It could be attending a peer support group or talking to an autism expert via a helpline. Some people may need more intensive support and specialist care.

Neurodivergent adults may be living with one or more neurodevelopmental conditions. These include autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and Tourette’s syndrome. This website focuses on autism and ADHD, because a review carried out by the NHS in Dorset identified a need for improved access to information and support on those conditions. However, this section of our site also includes links to information on other conditions, to support Dorset’s wider neurodivergent community.

Autism

Information on specialist organisations, peer support groups, professional support, advocacy organisations, emotional health and more

ADHD

Information on support groups, mental health and wellbeing support, advocacy organisations, local and national charities and more

Other conditions

Information on advice and support for other neurodevelopmental conditions, including dyslexia, dyspraxia and Tourette’s syndrome

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Living your life

Navigating a neurotypical world can sometimes be tough.

Living your life

Navigating a neurotypical world can sometimes be tough.