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Mud, Grass, Water or Noise: Understanding Sensory Needs in Autism and ADHD

Dr. Himani Narula

For some children with autism or ADHD, mud, grass, water or even playground noise can be calming; for others, the same experiences can feel overwhelming. These differences can make everyday outdoor play challenging for families. Understanding sensory needs can help special parents create experiences that feel safe, enjoyable and supportive—without forcing children to tolerate what causes distress...

Autism Diagnosis to Graduation: US-Based Mother Vidya Banerjee on Believing in Her Son

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Vidya Banerjee, 53, from Tampa, Florida is an autism advocate and founder of Autismfamilystory . She and her husband Ben Banerjee, 52, have been travelling down their younger son Aarian’s path of autism since he was diagnosed at three years of age. Vidya’s advocacy has been moulded by this journey—from grappling with uncertainty and lack of knowledge to accompanying Aarian through...

Can Nature Be a ‘Therapy’ for Autism, ADHD? What New Research Says

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The phrase “go play outside” may be the most outdated parenting advice around, yet scientists are beginning to explore whether exposure to nature has specific advantages for neurodivergent children. A 2026 scoping review published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology examined 43 studies involving children and young people with autism or ADHD. Twenty-five studies focused on ADHD and 18 on...

Autism: 12 Behaviours the Neurotypical World Gets Wrong

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One child refuses to wear a certain t-shirt, another hates the sound of bells and covers ears at a wedding; one gets top marks but forgets where the schoolbooks are, another can talk about trains for hours but will not hold an ordinary conversation; One kid gives no eye contact; another repeats questions or has a tantrum over a slight change in routine? When viewed through a neurotypical lens...

Beyond Therapy: Prachi Deo on What Families of Children With Disabilities Really Need

Prachi Deo with Nayi Disha Team

The experience of raising a child with a disability can be an isolating one, with families often finding it hard to connect with wider society and struggling to find acceptance, support and spaces where their children feel completely included. Nayi Disha’s founder Prachi Deo has spent years trying to change that. Launched in 2015, Nayi Disha provides information, advice and practical...

ADHD Is Everywhere—But Is Every Restless Child Really ADHD?

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ADHD is no longer a subject confined to paediatric clinics and psychology practices. The disorder has seeped into mundane conversations, from social media checklists to those viral self-assessment videos. There is increase in awareness but it has also led to an opposite problem —many people interpreting normal behaviours such as forgetfulness or difficulty concentrating at school or work as ADHD...

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