Neurodiversity is the range of differences in individual brain function and behavioural traits, regarded as part of normal variation in the human population. It is thought that up to 15% of the population are thought to be neurodiverse...
8% People in the UK are thought to have ADHD.
10% People in the UK are thought to have dyslexia.
6% People in the UK are thought to have dyspraxia.
6% People in the UK are thought to have dyscalculia.
1% People in the UK are thought to have an autistic spectrum condition.
>1% People in the UK are thought to have Tourette’s syndrome.
I really enjoyed welcoming neurodiversity advocate, J Grange, and an interested constituent of Uxbridge and South Ruislip, Sarah, to Parliament for the Conservative Friends of Neurodiversity Launch.
Together we learnt the aims of CFN, which are to empower neurodivergent individuals by promoting policies that ensure equal access to education, employment, and full participation in society. They strive to raise awareness and understanding of neurodivergent issues, fostering an inclusive and diverse society that values all individuals' unique strengths and perspectives.
To achieve this, they advocate for neurodiversity, promote inclusion, connect individuals and organisations and provide a platform.
To find out more, click here.
I'll continue to support neurodiverse residents of Uxbridge and South Ruislip, and if constituents are interested to attend more of their events with me, please contact me at steve.tuckwell.mp@parliament.uk.
A note to say the people in the photo, although attendants of the Conservative Friends of Neurodiversity Launch, are not necessarily representatives of the Conservative Party.