Library
A curated library for the mind — exploring the stories, tools, and voices that shape how we understand mental health and neurodiversity.
From books and films to wellbeing resources, this is a space built for reflection, discovery, and connection.
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Trusted Spaces
UK Crisis Lines
Mind – Mental health charity offering guidance, information, and links to urgent help.
Samaritans – 24/7 confidential support for anyone struggling to cope. Call 116 123 (free from any phone).
Shout 85258 – Free, confidential 24/7 text service. Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 to speak to a trained volunteer.
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – 5pm–midnight helpline for people struggling with life or suicidal thoughts. Call 0800 58 58 58 or use webchat.
Global Helplines
Find a Helpline – A global database of verified mental health hotlines in over 100 countries.
Befrienders Worldwide – Offers emotional support in multiple languages across 30+ countries.
IFRC Psychosocial Centre – International resource supporting community-based mental health and psychosocial support.
Neurodivergent Communities & Forums
ADHD UK – National charity providing information, advocacy, and community events for adults and children with ADHD.
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN) – Community and advocacy group celebrating neurodivergent voices beyond stereotypes.
Neurodiverse Connection – Online hub promoting understanding, inclusion, and resources for neurodiverse individuals.
National Autistic Society – UK’s leading autism charity with forums, guidance, and peer support resources.
Therapy & Support Directories
Black Minds Matter UK – Connects Black individuals and families with free or subsidised therapy by Black therapists.
Neurodivergent Therapists Directory (UK) – Directory helping people find therapists who are neurodivergent or neurodiversity-affirming.
Therapy Directory UK – Verified database of counsellors and psychotherapists offering a range of mental health support.
Counselling Directory – Search tool for finding qualified counsellors by location or specialism.
We know that creative and neurodivergent lives can come with unique challenges.
Below is a list of trusted mental health and wellbeing resources — from crisis lines to inclusive therapy directories.
Read to Rethink
Fiction with Representation
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine
by Gail Honeyman — A tender, witty story about loneliness, routine, and unseen neurodivergence.
The Rosie Project
by Graeme Simsion — A romantic comedy following a professor on the autism spectrum navigating love and self-understanding.
A Kind of Spark
by Elle McNicoll — A middle-grade novel about an autistic girl campaigning to honour women accused of witchcraft in her Scottish village.
For Creatives & Thinkers
Rest Is Resistance
by Tricia Hersey — A radical invitation to resist hustle culture and reconnect with rest, restoration, and being.
How to Do Nothing
by Jenny Odell — A thought-provoking look at attention, creativity, and reclaiming meaning in a hyperconnected world.
The Creative Act: A Way of Being
by Rick Rubin — An artistic philosophy on living and creating with intention.
Stories have the power to educate, validate, and heal.
These books explore neurodiversity, identity, and representation through both fiction and lived experience.
Memoirs & Lived Experience
Unmasking Autism
by Devon Price — A deeply researched and personal look at the hidden experiences of autistic people, and how unmasking leads to liberation.
Divergent Mind
by Jenara Nerenberg — Explores how neurodivergent women are often overlooked and redefines what it means to think differently.
Loud Hands: Autistic People, Speaking
edited by Julia Bascom — A powerful anthology written by autistic people, about autistic experience.
Poetry & Reflection
The Collected Schizophrenias
by Esmé Weijun Wang — Essays blending memoir and analysis of mental illness, identity, and resilience.
Neuroqueer Heresies
by Nick Walker — A series of essays exploring neurodiversity, identity, and culture through a poetic, revolutionary lens.
The Perseverance
by Raymond Antrobus — Poetry on language, deaf identity, and belonging.
WATCH & REFLECT
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Representation shapes how we see ourselves — and how others see us.
These films and documentaries explore identity, difference, and what it means to belong.
Atypical (Netflix)
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A heartfelt coming-of-age series following Sam, a teenager on the autism spectrum, as he navigates love, independence, and family life. Both humorous and deeply human.
Temple Grandin (HBO / Amazon Prime Video)
Watch on Amazon Prime →
A biographical film about Dr Temple Grandin, one of the most influential autistic advocates. Starring Claire Danes, this Emmy-winning portrayal captures how difference can drive innovation.
The Reason I Jump (Apple TV / Amazon Prime Video)
Watch on Amazon Prime →
Based on Naoki Higashida’s groundbreaking memoir, this documentary offers a powerful sensory insight into the experiences of non-speaking autistic people around the world.
Inside Out (Disney+)
Watch on Disney+ →
Pixar’s visually stunning exploration of emotions and mental health, teaching children and adults alike the beauty of complexity and the necessity of sadness.
Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution (Netflix)
Watch on Netflix →
A documentary about a groundbreaking 1970s summer camp for disabled teens that ignited a movement. A powerful testament to community, representation, and resistance.
As We See It (Amazon Prime Video)
Watch on Amazon Prime →
A warm, character-driven series following three autistic roommates navigating friendship, independence, and adulthood. Authentic casting makes it both refreshing and real.
Bonus Recommendation: The Moth (YouTube / Podcast)
Watch on YouTube →
Though not a film, this storytelling platform features true personal stories about identity, difference, and resilience — a mirror to NEUROISSUE’s own mission.
Learn, Connect, Belong
Because knowledge thrives in community. Explore, learn, and connect with others who share your experiences or curiosity.
Courses & Learning
Understanding Autism – University of Kent (FutureLearn) — A free, self-paced course introducing key insights into autism, support, and communication.
Introduction to ADHD – Coursera — Learn about the science, diagnosis, and lived experiences of ADHD from the University of Virginia.
Neurodiversity at Work – LinkedIn Learning — Practical guidance for fostering neuroinclusive workplaces and creative collaboration.
Creative & Reflective Tools
Therapy Journal App — A guided journaling app designed for mental clarity and emotional regulation.
Mindful.org — Free articles, meditations, and workshops for mindfulness and self-awareness.
The School of Life — Insightful courses, books, and films on emotional intelligence, purpose, and creativity.
Podcasts & Partner Platforms
ADHD Chatter — Honest conversations about living and thriving with ADHD, hosted by Tash.
The Hidden Curriculum — Neurodivergent hosts unpack the social “rules” nobody teaches you.
Neurodivergent Moments Podcast — Comedians and activists share the joys and struggles of neurodivergent life.
The Happiness Lab — Science-based mental wellbeing podcast by Dr Laurie Santos exploring how we can all live more balanced, fulfilled lives.
This library is a living space — one that grows with each new story, recommendation, and resource shared by our community.
Have something to add? We’d love to hear from you.
Reach out at editor@neuroissue.com
to suggest a book, film, or mental health resource that deserves a place on our shelves.