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What No One Tells You About Breaking Generational Cycles as a Neurodivergent Parent

Sarah Middleton

Published on: 09/07/2026

Breaking generational cycles while parenting neurodivergent children is some of the hardest, most invisible work there is. Here's what I wish every cycle-breaking parent knew.

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Fine at School, Falling Apart at Home: What Ivy's Story Taught Me About Emotion Coaching and PDA

Sarah Middleton

Published on: 15/06/2026

Many neurodivergent children hold it together at school and fall apart at home. In this post I share what made the difference for one child, and the simple approach that helped everyone around her.

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Why good intentions aren't enough — and what inclusive education actually requires of us

Sarah Middleton

Published on: 17/05/2026

Inclusive education requires more than trying hard. Drawing on research and lived experience, this post explores the thinking shifts that make the biggest difference for neurodivergent and disabled students.

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How to Explain PDA to a Child — A Low-Demand Approach

Sarah Middleton

Published on: 30/04/2026

How to explain PDA to a child using a low-demand, story-based approach.

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