Neurodiversity: Think Different EP2

Neurodiversity: Think Different EP2 25/9/2026 Think Different: Episode Two – Context Changes Everything Welcome to Think Different, our four-part series exploring neurodiversity, the experiences of neurodivergent people, and what happens when different minds have to navigate a predominantly neurotypical world. In episode two, Context Changes Everything, we look more closely at how neurodiversity shapes people’s lives—and how circumstances can shape their experiences. Through conversations about homelessness, substance use, mental health and more, we explore why context matters and what more responsive support can look like. Featuring an incredible range of voices and perspectives, we take a deep dive into a subject that affects all of us — whether we identify as neurodivergent, neurotypical, or somewhere in between. Trigger warning: This series includes people talking openly about challenging and sometimes traumatic experiences. Discussions include trauma, substance use, mental health, homelessness and other related issues. Please listen with this in mind. Our contributors: Amelia Draper, Evaluation and Learning Lead, Changing Futures Nottingham, http://www.frameworkha.org/ Alex Palmer, A Drug and Alcohol Rehab Worker Jenny Robertson, National CYP Development Lead, Change Grow Live https://www.changegrowlive.org/ Sarah Halsey, Teacher and Project Manager, The Reading, Writing & ESOL Project, http://www.readingwritingesol.org/ Ursula Hofeldt, Policy & Participation Manager, Cyrenians, www.cyrenians.scot Tom Unsted, Programme Support Officer, St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity, https://frontlinenetwork.org.uk/ Nanette Mellor, Chief Executive Officer, YMCA Wirral, https://ymcawirral.org.uk/ For more information about neurodiversity, including training, consultancy and free resources, visit Risk & Resilience: www.risk-and-resilience.co.uk