April was Autism Awareness Month.
During that time, I focused on how conditions like Autism and ADHD affect the
brain and nervous system—topics I discuss in this book and on my new website: https://saraslearningdisabilityandmental.blogspot.com/
Today is Thursday, 1st May 2025, the
beginning of Mental Health Awareness Month. This month, I aim to highlight
long-term and lifelong conditions linked to mental illness, such as Autism and
ADHD. I believe awareness should be raised constantly—not just during
designated months—because we are talking about real, living human beings and
even animals who experience the world differently.
I understand that the field of mental
health and disability isn't for everyone. The challenges people face can be
difficult and sometimes viewed as mostly negative. Honestly, maybe they are—but
that's not the whole story. I'm not writing this book or blog to try and make
everyone get involved in this field. I'm writing for those who want to be
involved: individuals with disabilities and mental health conditions, as well
as their families, parents, and carers.
This is about humanity. In the face of
negatives, we should try to find and create positives. I'm speaking and writing
from personal experience: where there are difficulties, there are also
strengths. Not just in us, but in you too, as you support and help our
confidence grow. Thank you.
For example, someone who struggles to
get dressed on their own might also be an amazing artist.
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