Thriive is designed for parents and carers of neurodivergent children (ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, sensory processing differences, and more). Whether you have a diagnosis or are still figuring things out, Thriive helps you manage daily life.

My child hasn't been formally diagnosed yet. Is this still useful?

Absolutely. Many of the strategies in Thriive are helpful for any child who struggles with focus, emotional regulation, or executive function — diagnosis or not.

What features does Thriive include?

Thriive includes visual routine builders, a challenge tracker with pattern detection, a strategy library tailored to your child's neurodivergent profile, daily check-ins, mood tracking, and shareable reports for doctors and schools.

Yes — Thriive is free to start with core features. A Pro tier is available for families who want advanced tracking, unlimited routines, and additional features.

Is this just for UK families?

While Thriive includes UK-specific resources (NHS, SENCO, EHCP guidance), the core strategies and tools are universal. Families worldwide use Thriive to support their neurodivergent children.

Beat the Timer

Your child dawdles and wastes time getting ready

Steps

Set a visual timer (sand timer works well) for each task
Frame it as a game: 'Can you get dressed before the timer runs out?'
Celebrate when they beat the timer
Gradually reduce the time as they improve

What you need

A visual timer (sand timer, phone timer with visual display)

Why it works

Children with ADHD often struggle with time perception and internal motivation for routine tasks. Turning tasks into a game activates the dopamine reward system, making the activity inherently more engaging. The visual element of the timer makes abstract time concrete and visible.

Age guidance

Best for ages 4-9. Some children find timers anxiety-inducing, so watch for signs of stress and switch to a gentler approach if needed.

Real-world example

One parent started with a 10-minute sand timer for getting dressed and their child was immediately hooked. Within a week they were asking to 'race the timer' themselves. The key was keeping it playful and never punishing when they didn't beat it.

Troubleshooting

Don't make it stressful. If they miss the timer, just try a longer time
Some children find timers anxiety-inducing. If so, try the 'when...then' approach instead

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