higher education Archives - Quietly Neurodivergent

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Supporting Quietly Neurodivergent Students: A Guide for Teachers and Lecturers

Posted on 19 February 202616 February 2026 by Andrew at Quietly Neurodivergent

Quietly neurodivergent students are often the ones teachers and lecturers never worry about. They’re present, polite, and doing well on paper – but may be masking hard and running on empty. This guide offers practical, low-drama ways to redesign teaching and respond more gently, without putting anyone under a spotlight.

Telling People You’re Neurodivergent: Who, When, and Whether to Say Anything

Posted on 11 December 202517 December 2025 by Andrew at Quietly Neurodivergent

Deciding whether to tell people you’re neurodivergent can feel huge. This article explores the pros and cons of disclosure with family, at work and in community roles, and shares how I’ve handled it so far as an autistic adult, employee, PhD student, parent and Beaver Scout Leader.

Studying When Your Brain Won’t Start

Posted on 10 December 202517 December 2025 by Andrew at Quietly Neurodivergent

Many autistic and ADHD students care deeply about their work but still feel unable to start. Drawing on my own experience of working full time, studying part time and raising a family, this article explains why studying can feel impossible and offers tiny, realistic ways to move forward without expecting a perfect student brain.