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Statement of Care re Bondi Incident

We are deeply saddened by the violent events in Bondi today. Our thoughts are with those who were harmed, their loved ones and everyone in the community impacted by this tragedy. We recognise that events like this can be especially distressing for neurodivergent people and those with lived experience of trauma. Please take care of yourselves, and seek support if you need it. NAPAA stands with our community in grief and solidarity.

News and Updates

Dec 15, 20251 min read

Hyperactivity or Proprioceptive Sensory Seeking?

Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) For parents, teachers and professionals, overt movement can often be interpreted as "hyperactivity". But what if the behaviour we're seeing isn't always rooted in attention or impulse regulation challenges? Sometimes, the drive to move is less about distraction and more about sensory regulation. Understanding Proprioception Proprioception refers to our sense of body awareness — how we perceive the position and movement of our body

Nov 13, 20253 min read

How to Support a Loved One Through Neurodivergent Burnout

Burnout is a word we often associate with work stress, but for neurodivergent people - e.g., autistic, ADHDers, dyspraxic, etc., - it can hit differently. Neurodivergent burnout is not just about being “a bit tired” or needing a holiday. It’s a state of deep physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion, often after weeks, months or even years of masking, coping and pushing through environments that don’t fit. If you’re close to someone who is neurodivergent, here are some signs

Carers and Support Systems

Jul 30, 20253 min read