Issue 28: The many faces of ADHD | Simon da Roza Members Public

Simon da Roza reframes ADHD as a biopsychosocial difference existing at the intersection of neurology, cognition, and environment, challenging stereotypes and urging systemic change in schools, families, and workplaces so that strengths like curiosity, creativity, and rapid learning can thrive.

Simon da Roza
Simon da Roza
Evidence Matters

Issue 28: From Laughter to Applause: How I Found My Voice | Golden Navarro Members Public

Golden Navarro shares her journey from a childhood marked by dyslexia, trauma, and self-doubt to becoming a confident storyteller and business owner who transforms her struggles into strengths and uses her voice to inspire others to embrace their differences.

Golden Navarro
First Person

Issue 28: Validating the Feelings of a Child | Steve Hoersting Members Public

Dr Steve Hoersting highlights the importance of validating a child's feelings, its significant psychological benefits, and offers practical strategies to build emotional awareness, resilience, and healthy relationships.

Steve Hoersting
Steve Hoersting
Evidence Matters

Issue 28: Spotlight on Dyslexia Diaries | Katie Rebagliati and Suzanne Diermann Members Public

This feature spotlights Dyslexia Diaries, co-created by literacy specialist Suzanne Diermann and media creative Katie Rebagliati, to elevate authentic dyslexic voices, counter myths, and grow understanding through community stories.

Suzanne Diermann Katie Rebagliati
Spotlight

Issue 28: The Interaction of Racism and Anxiety in Children | Dr Samantha Sweeney Members Public

Dr Samantha Sweeney explores how racism and racial discrimination interact with childhood anxiety, showing how experiences of exclusion, microaggressions, and systemic bias can intensify anxiety symptoms, while offering families practical strategies to support children.

Zahra Nawaz Dr Samantah Sweeney
Evidence Matters

Issue 28: Turning My Struggles into Strength: My Journey with Dyslexia and Building UK Country Hats | Emma Chapman Members Public

Emma Chapman shares how she turned her fears into fuel, transforming her dyslexia and self-doubt into the driving force behind UK Country Hats and the UK’s first live Hat Bar.

Emma Chapman
Emma Chapman
First Person

Issue 28: What Counts as Evidence-Based? A Practical Guide for Parents Navigating Tier 2 and Tier 3 Interventions | Missy Purcell Members Public

Missy Purcell explains what “evidence-based” should mean in schools, clarifies the differences between Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 instruction, and offers parents clear questions to ask when advocating for their child.

Missy Purcell
Missy Purcell
Evidence Matters

Issue 28: Illustration Callout for October 2025 Dystinct Magazine Members Public

Opportunity for children to get their illustrations published in the Dystinct Magazine. In every magazine issue, articles written by specialists are accompanied by illustrations created by children. Submit your child's illustrations for a chance to be featured in the Dystinct Magazine.

Zahra Nawaz
Zahra Nawaz
Illustration Opportunities