Neurodiversity Information Hub
Neurodiversity information hub - MindMate
The neurodiversity hub on MindMate is a trusted place to find clear information about neurodivergence.
It explains differences, strengths, challenges, and support strategies.
The hub also includes guidance for your child’s school, information about assessment, and links to other services that can help.
What the Hub Includes
The hub has:
- Resources for you and your child’s school
- Information about diagnostic assessments, if this is helpful
- Details of services and support you may want to use
Understanding Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity means that people think, learn, and understand the world in different ways.
Everyone’s brain is unique.
This affects how they act, what they find easy, and what they find hard.
Understanding Neurodivergence
Neurodivergence means a person’s brain works differently.
There are many types of neurodivergence, including:
- Autism
- ADHD
- Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
- Tourette’s Syndrome
- Dyslexia
- Dyspraxia
- Dyscalculia
- Intellectual disability
A person may have one or more of these neurotypes.
Some people do not have a diagnosis but still have neurodivergent traits.
Diagnosis and Support
Having neurodivergent traits does not always mean someone is autistic or has ADHD.
A formal diagnosis is not needed to get support.
Support should always be based on a person’s individual needs.