How to use the rest of the Guide (at-a-glance signposting)
Part 1 – Introduction
- Section 1.3 provides key terms used throughout the guide, supporting consistent language and avoiding misinterpretation, with notes on their relevance to practice.
- Section 1.4 outlines who the guide is for and highlights the intersectional identities that may shape engagement and accessibility.
- Section 1.5 explains how the guide can be used flexibly, depending on practitioner needs.
- Section 1.6 summarises the guide’s evidence base, including research, co-production and piloting.
- Section 1.7 clarifies the scope, including what is and is not covered.
Part 2 – Neurodivergence 101
Introduces neuro-affirming language and key concepts to support understanding of neurodivergence and how it may present in practice.
Part 3 – Neurodivergence and Domestic Abuse
Explains the relationship between neurodivergence and domestic abuse, including distinctions between structural and coercive control and how these may intersect.
Part 4 – SPACE Framework (adapted)
Sets out practical adjustments using the SPACE framework (Sensory, Predictability, Acceptance, Communication, Empathy) across different intervention formats.
Part 5 – Practice Guidance
Provides practical tools and approaches for assessment, engagement, managing risk, responding to distress, and addressing behaviour change in interventions.
Part 6 – Neuroinclusive Workplaces
Explores how organisations can support Neurodivergent practitioners through inclusive environments, recruitment and supervision.
Part 7 – Signposting and Resources
Offers guidance on referrals and provides further resources, including Neurodivergent-led organisations, tools and reading.
Appendix – Quick Reference Guides
Provides consolidated question sets and prompts to support assessment, session planning and case discussions.