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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.<\/p>\n

Neurodivergent adults may be living with one or more neurodevelopmental conditions. These include autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and Tourette\u2019s 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\u2019s wider neurodivergent community.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Autism<\/h2><\/div>

Information on specialist organisations, peer support groups, professional support, advocacy organisations, emotional health and more<\/p>\n<\/div>

Support for autistic adults<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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ADHD<\/h2><\/div>

Information on support groups, mental health and wellbeing support, advocacy organisations, local and national charities and more<\/p>\n<\/div>

Support for adults with ADHD<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Other conditions<\/p><\/h2><\/div>

Information on advice and support for other neurodevelopmental conditions, including dyslexia, dyspraxia and Tourette’s syndrome<\/p>\n<\/div>

Support for other neurodevelopmental conditions<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

\u201cTwenty years ago I was regularly self-harming and struggling. Today, I am proof that with the right support, we can all thrive\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Your neurodiversity stories<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Living your life<\/h2><\/div>

Navigating a neurotypical world can sometimes be tough.<\/p>\n<\/div>

Read helpful articles from neurodivergent people<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Living your life<\/h2><\/div>

Navigating a neurotypical world can sometimes be tough.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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