July 2026 Neurodiversity Newsletter Issue #10
The July 2026 Neurodiversity Newsletter is a practical and supportive summer roundup for neurodivergent individuals, families, professionals, and community members. This issue brings together ADHD and autism education, time management strategies, summer routines, self-care guidance, assessment information, community programs, and upcoming learning opportunities.
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ADHD and the challenges of managing time
The featured article, “The Invisible Disability of ADHD” by Naïma Laraki, explores time blindness and why managing time can be especially challenging for people with ADHD.
The article explains how time management is connected to executive functioning, attention, motivation, and energy. It shares practical strategies such as breaking tasks into smaller steps, allowing additional time, creating a master list, scheduling tasks in a calendar, setting priorities, and delegating when possible.
Insight of the Month: Difficulties with time management are not a sign that someone is lazy or does not care. Using supportive systems can make tasks and responsibilities feel more manageable.
Creating neurodiverse game plans
In “Lessons From Sports on How to Create Neurodiverse Game Plans,” Andrea Dasilva, Registered Clinical Counsellor, explores what sports can teach us about supporting neurodivergent needs.
The article discusses how movement, teamwork, clear expectations, structured routines, rest, and smaller goals can support focus, emotional regulation, motivation, connection, and follow-through.
Readers are encouraged to create practical game plans that reflect their individual needs, strengths, energy, and goals.
Why summer is not always easier
Summer can feel challenging for people with ADHD and autism when familiar school, work, and daily routines change.
The issue encourages readers to create flexible structure through consistent sleep and meal routines, visual schedules, reminders, planned downtime, sensory breaks, and realistic expectations.
Summer does not need to feel rigid or overly scheduled, but maintaining some structure can help make daily life feel more predictable and manageable.
Understanding AuDHD
The July issue introduces AuDHD, a community-used term describing the experience of having both ADHD and autism.
The article explains how ADHD and autism can interact, sometimes creating needs that appear to pull in different directions. Someone may seek novelty while also needing predictability, or want social connection while becoming overwhelmed by certain environments.
Recognizing this overlap may help individuals better understand their experiences, reduce self-judgment, and identify supports that reflect their complete needs.
Summer strategies and self-care
The July issue offers practical strategies for creating a more supportive summer. These include maintaining flexible routines, preparing for transitions, supporting physical wellbeing, managing sensory stimulation, planning ahead, reducing overwhelm, and practising self-compassion.
The AuDHD self-care guide also encourages readers to honour their energy, regulate before responding, create flexible routines, meet their sensory needs, and make time for meaningful interests.
Community programs and learning opportunities
The newsletter highlights educational programs and upcoming opportunities available through partner organizations.
Understanding ADHD for Adults: This online education program is designed to help newly diagnosed adults learn more about ADHD and how it may affect their daily lives.
Understanding Your Child’s ADHD: This program supports parents who want to better understand their child’s ADHD diagnosis and related needs.
Embracing Change: Supporting ADHD & LD Across Life Transitions: This upcoming conference will explore how ADHD and learning disabilities can affect people during different stages and transitions throughout life.
Assessments, programs, and support resources
The July issue highlights several pathways for adults seeking assessment, education, financial information, or structured support.
Adult ADHD Centre: Readers can learn more about private adult ADHD assessments for individuals seeking clarity, documentation, and guidance about their next steps.
Adult Autism Centre: Adults exploring whether they may be autistic can find information about adult autism assessments and available support.
B.E.S.T. Membership Program: Adults with ADHD are invited to explore practical, skills-based education and ongoing learning opportunities.
Disability Tax Credit: The Disability Team provides information and support for individuals exploring Disability Tax Credit eligibility and the application process.
ADHD Training Academy: Professionals can access ADHD education and continuing learning opportunities designed for people working in healthcare, education, counselling, coaching, human resources, and community services.
July webinars and events
The events section features learning opportunities focused on autism genetics, artificial intelligence and executive functioning, ADHD summer routines, the Disability Tax Credit, shame, self-esteem, and self-compassion.
These sessions are designed to provide individuals, families, professionals, and community members with practical information and supportive strategies.
Team, partners, and staying connected
The closing section recognizes the team members and contributors who helped create the July issue.
Readers are encouraged to stay connected with the Adult ADHD Centre and partner organizations for future articles, assessments, programs, events, and neurodiversity resources.