Is autism genetic? Explore what current research means for autistic children, adults and families, including inheritance, genetic testing, parenting and why individualised support still matters.

Jerri Prior shares practical learning from the Autism & ADHD Show Liverpool 2026, exploring autism, ADHD, social anxiety, SEND, PDA, communication, sensory environments and making education more accessible for neurodivergent children.

For World Suicide Prevention Day 2026, Prior Mindset explores how to start a conversation about suicide, what to do if someone tells you they are struggling, and where to find urgent mental health support.

Why do some children and adults struggle to explain how they feel? Explore alexithymia, its links with autism and emotional awareness, and practical ways psychological support may help.

Prior Mindset Founder and Director Jerri Prior has joined Yorkshire Psychotherapy as an Associate CBT Psychotherapist and Social Worker, strengthening professional collaboration, shared learning and Prior Mindset's trusted referral network.

Why can children with ADHD be exhausted all day but unable to switch off at bedtime? We explore racing thoughts, body clocks, melatonin and evidence-based strategies that may help.

Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 is now in force across England. Prior Mindset explains the key mental health, safeguarding and SEND updates in plain English, including what parents, schools and professionals need to know.

If your child is struggling to attend school this September, there may be more happening than simple refusal. Explore school anxiety, SEND, autism, ADHD and practical ways parents and professionals can support a successful return to education.

A young person's simple home task captures something powerful about ADHD, perfectionism and emotional regulation: practice makes progress, and mistakes create opportunities to learn.

Channel 4's The Great ADHD Myth? has sparked significant criticism. We examine the ADHD evidence, NICE guidance, medication and what parents and adults need to know.

Hot weather can be particularly challenging for autistic and ADHD children and adults. Discover why interoception, sensory processing and emotional regulation matter, with practical evidence-based strategies for families, schools and professionals.

The Government's proposed social media ban for under-16s has sparked debate across the UK. What does it mean for children, teenagers, ADHD, autism and family life? Here's what parents need to know.

ADHD in girls is often missed because it can look very different from the stereotypical presentation many people expect. Learn the hidden signs, emotional regulation challenges, masking behaviours and support options available for children and families.

Nearly two thirds of school staff are worried about keeping children with SEND safe. We explore the challenges facing autistic and ADHD pupils, the rise of school anxiety and EBSA, and how neurodiversity-affirming support can help.

A reflective blog on the Women in Data conference, exploring neurodiversity in high-performance environments, women masking in tech, and the importance of psychological safety, alongside how Prior Mindset supports individuals through coaching and practical resources.

Dyslexia assessment report and learning support. Dyslexia is one of the most widely recognised learning differences, yet it is still frequently misunderstood. Public conversations about dyslexia often appear in the news or on social media, sometimes sparked by comments about reading ability or intelligence. Moments like this tend to reignite a familiar debate: what dyslexia is, what it is not, and how easily misconceptions can spread. Rather than focusing on those Donald Tr

Mother’s Day has recently passed, and it prompted me to reflect on something I see frequently in clinical practice. In my work supporting children and families around ADHD, autism and emotional wellbeing, a pattern appears again and again. A child comes into clinic for support. During the assessment process, the parent begins answering questions about behaviour, attention, sensory experiences or emotional regulation. And somewhere in that process, something begins to resonate

A month has passed since I attended the Unsung Heroes Awards celebrating the work being done to advance ethnic minority women into leadership across health and social care. I often give myself time to reflect before writing about events like this. As someone with dyslexia, I find that reflection allows me to process experiences more thoughtfully rather than responding immediately . The British Dyslexia Association highlights how many people with dyslexia process information

Before your child puts on a VR headset, it’s worth pausing. Virtual reality is not just gaming. It is a live social environment , often with voice chat and shared spaces. Use this checklist to reduce risk and increase safeguarding. Understanding Virtual Reality 1. Do You Understand What VR Actually Is? VR places your child inside environments where they can: Hear and speak to other people Enter public or private rooms Watch videos or interact socially If you haven’t tried th

Virtual reality is no longer a niche technology. VR headsets are now mainstream, affordable, and increasingly marketed to families. Many parents describe buying a headset as they would a games console, often without realising that VR is not just gaming. It is a fully immersive social environment. This matters for safeguarding. At Prior Mindset, safeguarding conversations increasingly include virtual reality, particularly where children and young people are accessing VR spaces