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Response Recommends: Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Response Recommends: Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Throughout the week of 16th - 20th March, Response joined the internet in honouring Neurodiveristy Celebration Week 2026.

We are incredibly passionate about neurodiversity here at Response, and, more importantly, about embracing our differences and striving for neuroinclusivity. However, sometimes one voice just isn't enough. We thought Neurodiversity celebration week was the perfect opportunity to share some other voices with you- those who understand the experiences of being neurodivergent in an overwhelmingly neurotypical world.

If you’re looking for a new book to learn more about neurodiversity, a new TV show/Film to get lost in, a podcast to soundtrack your morning. Or, you might be looking to learn about the experiences of other neurodivergent folks, with one of our #FollowFriday recommendations !

We’re here to guide you through some of our favourites. But hey, don’t just take our word for it- give some of these a go for yourself.

Podcasts

The Hidden 20%

The Hidden 20% is a powerful podcast exploring the truth about neurodiversity. Through real stories and expert insights, it challenges stigma, breaks silence, and pushes for true recognition and change.

Cover art for The Hidden 20% podcast, a British Podcast Awards Gold winner. Features a smiling man wearing glasses and a black cap against a black background with a bold green outline. The podcast title 'The Hidden 20%' is displayed in large white text."

SEN Talks

SEN Talks, from the team at Geldards SEN. Join solicitors Adam Friel and Salise Dourmoush as they discuss issues around Special Educational Needs, and the law.

Cover art for SEN Talks. Two smartly dressed hosts stand together against a white background decorated with illustrated school supplies including pencils, paperclips, an apple, and pushpins. The podcast title appears in a green speech bubble.

TV and Film

I Swear

Set in Galashiels, Scotland, I Swear follows the true story of John Davidson - a young boy in 1980s Scotland, affected by Tourrette Syndrome.

Promotional image for the film 'I Swear'. A young man wearing a blue tracksuit stands against a bright blue background, looking directly at the camera with a serious expression. The film title appears in bold white text above him.

Inside our Minds

Presenter Chris Packham, who was diagnosed with Autism in his 40s, brings a compassionate and creative perspective to this award-winning series where neurodivergent people share their stories through short films and first-person accounts.

Promotional image for Inside Our Minds, Series 2. A man's face is shown looking upward, his head dissolving into a swirling galaxy of stars and glowing neural network connections against a dark background. The show's title appears in bold white text in the lower left.

Books

Unmasked - Ellie Middleton

Whether you are neurodivergent, suspect that you might be, or want to be a better ally- Unmasked will help you make more sense of it all and put the power back in your hands.

Book cover for Unmasked by Ellie Middleton, published by Penguin. The cover features bold, overlapping squares in bright green, pink, yellow and orange, with the title in white text and the author's name in yellow.

Lavender Clouds - Bex Ollerton

Author Bex Ollerton translates her experience with Autism, ADHD, and mental health into a series of colourful, emotionally resonant comics that tell stories of neurodivergence and resillience.

Book cover for Lavender Clouds: Comics About Neurodivergence and Mental Health by Bex Ollerton. A cartoon illustration of a young woman with pink hair sits cross-legged among soft pink and lavender clouds against a deep navy starry sky, her arms folded across her chest.

Content Creators/Advocates

In all the doom and gloom of late, we wanted to remind you to try and cultivate moments of joy and inspiration from your social media feed. We think the creators listed below will help you do just that. Their authentic, relatable, and often educational or supportive content will provide hope in a world that can often feel against us.

A smartphone on a tripod records two young content creators against a brick wall, capturing the kind of social media video content made by neurodivergent creators and advocates.