Neuroshine Autism Support

Neuroshine Autism Support Specialised therapeutic autism support for children (age 5-17) and their families in Aberdeenshire

When ADHD and autism combine, it’s not “double trouble”... it’s a unique way of experiencing the world 💛 Intensely curio...
26/01/2026

When ADHD and autism combine, it’s not “double trouble”... it’s a unique way of experiencing the world 💛 Intensely curious, emotionally rich, and full of energy!

Yes, there can be challenges - sensory overload, focus swings transitions - but also incredible creativity, resilience and fresh perspectives 🌟

Tips for parents:

✅Keep routines predictable, but flexible.

✅Create sensory-friendly spaces.

✅Celebrate hyper focus. When they dive deeply, encourage it!

✅Model self-compassion and patience. Show them that it’s okay to need breaks, ask for help, and embrace differences.

Every challenge is a window into their brilliance. 🧩💫

✨ Autism in girls is often missed... not because it isn’t there, but because it looks different. ✨Many autistic girls le...
25/01/2026

✨ Autism in girls is often missed... not because it isn’t there, but because it looks different. ✨

Many autistic girls learn very early how to hide their struggles - to adapt, compensate, and blend in just enough to be seen as “okay.” What often goes unseen is the constant effort it takes to manage anxiety, sensory overwhelm, social pressure, and sheer exhaustion.

When they are truly seen, something powerful happens. Recognition turns support into care, and care into relief.

👉 Shift the narrative from “why are they like this?” to “what do they need?”

21/01/2026

10 top tips to help your child become a confident...

⚠️Autistic meltdowns are not “bad behaviour.” They are stress responses when coping systems are overwhelmed. Understandi...
20/01/2026

⚠️Autistic meltdowns are not “bad behaviour.” They are stress responses when coping systems are overwhelmed. Understanding this changes everything!

These responses are involuntary, brain-based, and a way your teen communicates they need support - not discipline 💛

What helps:
• Calm presence, not pressure
• Quiet, predictable spaces
• Gentle transitions and sensory supports

When we realise a meltdown is just our teen’s way of saying ‘I’m overwhelmed,’ it helps us stay calm, kind, and connected 🌈

Autism parents don’t just parent... they do it all!They’re the advocate in school meetings, the occupational therapist a...
20/01/2026

Autism parents don’t just parent... they do it all!

They’re the advocate in school meetings, the occupational therapist at home, the speech and language coach at bedtime. They navigate sensory sensitivities at mealtimes, cooking different dinners, planning ahead to prevent battles before the day even begins. They manage meltdowns, emotional overload, and challenges most people never see.

And through all the planning, problem-solving, and love, there’s dedication, compassion, and celebration of every small win.

Autism parents don't just parent. They make the impossible possible!

A new twist on inclusivity...the new autistic Barbie, developed to help autistic kids see themselves in reflected play. ...
19/01/2026

A new twist on inclusivity...the new autistic Barbie, developed to help autistic kids see themselves in reflected play.

💬 What are you thoughts? Do you think this kind of representation in toys matters for children growing up autistic? Or for helping other kids understand neurodiversity better?

This may not be the perfect representation of the entire autism spectrum (nothing could be), but I personally feel like it’s a meaningful step toward helping others to grow up with understanding and acceptance💫

📸: The Washington Post

👾 Not the loud ones...The invisible ones I see every day🧠 The anxiety our children carry constantly🔊 The sensory overloa...
18/01/2026

👾 Not the loud ones...
The invisible ones I see every day

🧠 The anxiety our children carry constantly
🔊 The sensory overload that can turn an ordinary moment into an impossible one
🔄 The fear of change, even when others think it’s small

⏸️ The paralysis when choices feel overwhelming
🗣️ The frustration of wanting to communicate but not always being able to
🌪️ The shutdowns and meltdowns that come after holding it together for too long

🎒 School overwhelm
⏳ Processing delays
👁️ Avoiding eye contact because it’s regulating, not disrespectful

🙋‍♀️ Struggling to advocate for themselves
❓ Not always knowing how to name their feelings
📋 Needing routines because predictability brings calm

These aren’t behaviour problems
They’re signs of a nervous system under pressure

And behind every one of these “monsters” is a child (or adult) doing their absolute best in a world that often asks too much 💙

📸 credit: unknown

🧠✨ What is monotropism?Monotropism describes how some neurodivergent brains focus deeply on one thing at a time.Instead ...
17/01/2026

🧠✨ What is monotropism?

Monotropism describes how some neurodivergent brains focus deeply on one thing at a time.
Instead of spreading attention across lots of tasks, our children’s brains zoom in.

This can look like:
• intense interests
• difficulty switching tasks
• distress when interrupted

It’s not stubbornness.
It’s not rudeness.
It’s a brain doing what it does best 💛

🌱 How we can support:
✔ Give warning before transitions
✔ Allow time to finish what they’re focused on
✔ Use their interests as bridges for learning
✔ Reduce pressure to “multi-task”

When we understand monotropism, we stop trying to change our children and start supporting them instead. And that’s where confidence, trust, and connection grow 🌈

✨ ASL Fingerspelling for Beginners ✨Not all children can rely on words... and that’s okay 💛For many neurodivergent child...
03/01/2026

✨ ASL Fingerspelling for Beginners ✨
Not all children can rely on words... and that’s okay 💛

For many neurodivergent children, communication works best when we offer more than just speech.

These simple ASL signs can help children express needs, choices, and feelings, reducing frustration and building confidence. It’s not about replacing speech, it’s about meeting communication needs in a way that works for our child.

Small tools can make a big difference 🤲






📸 credit: ASL SignPro Fingerspelling

04/12/2025

Sharing on behalf of Neuroshine Autism Support

I don’t usually get involved in politics, but Richard Tice’s recent comments about SEND and neurodivergent children are ...
21/11/2025

I don’t usually get involved in politics, but Richard Tice’s recent comments about SEND and neurodivergent children are too important to ignore.

As an autism therapist, I see every day how real and sometimes overwhelming children’s needs can be. Comments suggesting children are “over-diagnosed” or that tools like ear defenders are “insane” are not just wrong... they are harmful.

These kinds of statements can make parents feel judged, and children feel ashamed for needing simple supports that help them learn, focus, and feel safe. Sensory tools, structured plans, and specialist support are life-changing for many kids. They reduce stress, anxiety, and help children take part fully in school.

Minimising or dismissing these needs isn’t just opinion... it can put children at risk of struggle, exclusion, and emotional distress. Your child’s needs are real, valid, and deserving of understanding. Sensory tools, reasonable adjustments, and specialist support are not luxuries, they are essential for your child to thrive.

To neurodivergent children, families, and educators: your needs are real, your voices matter, and your right to support should never be dismissed.

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