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Majority of Britons may now be identifying themselves as neurodivergent, expert says

The Umbrella Project returned to Shiprow, Aberdeen, with a neurodiversity display running through September 2025.
The project aims to promote inclusion by illustrating various neurological differences like autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and Tourette's.
A launch event on May 6 featured inclusive performances and brought together community leaders to celebrate the project's message.
Project manager Kate Timperley called the project message 'fantastic,' and expert Francesca Happé noted increased neurodivergent self-identification due to greater tolerance.
This growing recognition has led to a surge in autism assessments, with 200,000 UK requests in August 2024 and long wait times impacting access to care.

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Majority of Britons may now be identifying themselves as neurodivergent, expert says

More people either seeking medical diagnoses for conditions like autism, dyslexia or dyspraxia, or even self-diagnosing, as a result of decreased stigma, expert explains

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Majority in Britain now 'self-identify' as neurodivergent - as expert warns of risks in diagnosing 'eccentric' personalities

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Colourful Canopy Returns to Shiprow Celebrating Neurodiversity

The Umbrella Project has returned to Shiprow this week, bringing a splash of colour and a message of inclusion to one of Aberdeen’s most historic streets. A canopy of bright brollies stretches above the cobbles, catching the light and drawing glances skyward.The display celebrates and raises awareness of neurodiversity, using the umbrella as a symbol for the range of neurological differences it covers. This includes ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspr…

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Majority in UK Now 'Self-Identify' as Neurodivergent

A majority of Britons may now consider themselves neurodivergent, with conditions such as autism, dyslexia or ADHD, according to a leading psychologist from King's College London. Professor Francesca Happe, an expert in cognitive neuroscience, said reduced stigma around these conditions has prompted...

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