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I’m going to be honest, because sugar-coating this doesn’t help anyone anymore. The damage in the SEN world is already being done. This isn’t something that might happen in the future it is happening right now, to families, to children, and to young people who are already fighting just to be understood. And if you are in this world, you feel it. You don’t need statistics or reports. You live it every single day. The appeal process was never easy. It was always draining, stre

I wanted to write this blog today as I am myself struggling a lot with my Neurodivergent traits, which often make everyday life quite challenging. The experience of navigating daily tasks can sometimes feel overwhelming, and I find myself grappling with various aspects of my neurodivergence that complicate even the simplest activities. In all honesty, the avoidance is real. There are days when the thought of engaging with the world outside feels insurmountable, and I often fi

EHCPs aim to identify specific needs for each autistic child, enabling tailored support. However, the diversity among children makes this approach challenging and potentially ineffective. Although schools receive increased funding for resources such as occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, and educational psychologists, a nationwide shortage of these professionals persists. Merely boosting funding does not address the core issue of workforce shortages, high

I am feeling an overwhelming sense of frustration and exhaustion this morning as I grapple with the relentless fight for Special Educational Needs (SEN) support. It is a battle that seems to drain every ounce of energy I possess. Often, I find myself reaching these critical points where I feel as though I have poured all my resources, both emotional and physical, into advocating for those with SEN.

I have recently come across some rather shocking statements made regarding pathological demand avoidance (PDA), a term that is often...