Category: Supporting People

Articles written for the people around quietly neurodivergent folks – managers, colleagues, partners, parents, friends and others. These pieces explain what life can feel like from the inside and offer practical ways to support without trying to “fix” anyone.

Quietly Neurodivergent Partners Guide

Living With Someone Who Comes Home Exhausted From Masking: A Guide for Partners

If your partner comes home from work exhausted, quiet or shut down while everyone else sees them “coping fine”, it can really hurt. This guide explains what masking is, why home becomes the crash site, and how you can support them with decompression time, low-pressure evenings and kinder language – without ignoring your own needs.

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Neurodiversity Practical Guide for Managers

How to Support a Quietly Neurodivergent Employee: A Practical Guide for Managers

Many managers want to support neurodivergent staff but quietly worry about getting it wrong. This article explains what “quietly neurodivergent” can look like at work, why masking and exhaustion are so common, and how clear expectations, written follow-up and small adjustments can make a big difference. It’s written in plain English so a neurodivergent person can share it with their line manager and say, “This is quite close to my experience.”

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