resources
Here are some fabulous, vetted, neuro-affirming resources to support neurodivergent folx.
Many offer their work for free, so if you can, consider supporting your favorites.
websites
All Brains Belong VT® is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community health organization located in Montpelier, Vermont, that focuses on neurodiversity-affirming medical care, social connection, employment support, and neurodiversity education. So many free, glorious, educational videos!
Black Neurodiversity centers the experience, history, and voices of Black and Indigenous neurodistinct and neuroindigenous beings, offering resources, community support, and education at the intersection of race and neurodivergence. Also have a fantastic instagram page with lots of interview reels.
This essay, "Decolonizing Neurodiversity: A Critical Examination of Pathologization and Acceptance Across Cultures," is a quick and transformational read for Westerner's by Marium Akhund.
Devon Price is an American social psychologist, author, and blogger, focusing on neurodiversity, transphobia, labor exploitation, trauma recovery, and systemic oppression. Also the author of the books Laziness Does Not Exist and Unmasking Autism.
At Learn Play Thrive, OTs, SLPs, and mental health professionals find a new way to practice through listening to Autistic professionals and centering the deepest well-being of our Autistic clients. The go to place for affirming CEUs!
The Lived Experience Educator website is the official platform of Sonny Jane Wise, an internationally recognized neurodivergent, queer, and disabled keynote speaker, author, and advocate. Thought-provoking blog and wonderful free downloads.
Multidisabled wildlife traveler with a background in neurobiology, biology and human behavior who focuses on neurodiversity.
Affirming, insight-driven tools that help bridge the gap between psychological research and everyday neurodivergent experience. So many free resources and GREAT VISUALS!
A free online resource hub created by neurodivergent and disabled occupational therapist Dr. Bryden Carlson-Giving to support anti-ableist, neurodiversity-affirming occupational therapy and healthcare practices. Free access to the first neuro-affirming OT practice model, EMPOWER. Free academic resources with gorgeous artwork by the author.
Provides practical support for individuals managing self-care, relationships, and daily tasks amidst life's challenges. It offers resources and perspectives for those facing mental health struggles, chronic illness, neurodivergence, grief, or caregiving. The content promotes self-compassion and adaptability.
neurotype-focused website
Tools and supports for regulation, communication, predictability, information and routine. Their tools are made by and for Autistic and/or neurodivergent folx. SO MANY GENEROUS FREE RESOURCES! Lots of visuals and bright colors.
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run by and for autistic people. ASAN is a national grassroots disability rights organization for the autistic community.
The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) advances brain injury awareness, research, treatment, and education. Not everything is affirming, so use thoughtfully.
Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) is the nation's leading nonprofit organization serving people affected by ADHD. Not everything is affirming, so use thoughtfully.