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Introduction to Supporting Ethnically Diverse Families with
Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity encompasses a range of neurological differences,
including autism, dyslexia, and ADHD, which impact how individuals
perceive and interact with the world.
For children, young people, and their families from ethnically diverse
communities, accessing appropriate support in the workplace and
education system can be fraught with additional challenges. These
include cultural misunderstandings, biases, and a lack of culturally
competent care.
It is imperative that professionals and service providers recognise and
address these challenges through culturally aware and competent
practices.
The following case studies illustrate the lived experiences of ethnically
diverse individuals navigating neurodiversity, highlighting the barriers
they face and offering best practice advice for professionals.