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Understanding Neurodivergent Conditions.

Guidance on ADHD, autism and dyslexia — what they are, routes to diagnosis and practical adjustments to help everyone thrive.

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Why this matters

What does neurodivergent mean?

Understanding neurodivergent conditions means recognising that brains think, learn and process differently. Building awareness helps us to create inclusive environments, make practical adjustments, reduce stigma and value diverse perspectives — so everyone has opportunities to thrive.

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Create inclusive environments
Recognise that different does not mean less able. Structure and predictability can remove unnecessary barriers.
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Make adjustments
Small practical changes — to instructions, timings, formats or environments — can make a significant difference.
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Reduce stigma
Open, informed conversations help normalise neurodivergent experiences and build trust in sessions and workplaces.
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Value diverse perspectives
Neurodivergent individuals often bring distinctive strengths. Inclusion benefits everyone in the group.
The conditions

ADHD, autism and dyslexia

The guidance documents below cover three commonly encountered neurodivergent conditions. Each guide includes an overview of the condition, information about routes to diagnosis and practical ideas for adjustments.

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ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affects focus, impulse control and activity levels. It presents differently in different people and is not a sign of low intelligence or effort.
Guidance available
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Autism
Autism spectrum condition (ASC) or autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) affects how people communicate, socialise and process the world around them. It is a spectrum with wide variation.
Guidance available
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Dyslexia
Dyslexia primarily affects reading, writing and spelling. It is unrelated to intelligence and often co-occurs with other conditions such as ADHD or dyspraxia.
Guidance available
Guidance documents

Download the guidance

Each guide is available as a PDF. If you are on a mobile device or tablet without Microsoft 365 installed, use the PDF version.

Last updated: 19 May 2026

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Overview of ADHD, routes to diagnosis and practical adjustments. Updated 19 May 2026.

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Autism Spectrum Condition / Disorder (ASC / ASD)

Overview of autism spectrum condition and disorder, routes to diagnosis and practical adjustments. Updated 19 May 2026.

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Dyslexia

Overview of dyslexia, routes to diagnosis and practical adjustments. Updated 19 May 2026.

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Practical Adjustments for Neurodivergent Conditions

Practical adjustments for non-office-based settings — relevant to pool environments, leisure centres and practical training sessions. Updated 19 May 2026.

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Questions or adjustments needed?

If you or someone you know may benefit from adjustments during a session, please speak to Jake before or during the course. Adjustments are always welcome — the goal is for everyone to get the most from their training.