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.

Public Outings Preparation

Going out in public is so stressful you avoid it entirely

Steps

Prepare a social story about where you're going and what to expect
Pack a sensory kit: ear defenders, fidgets, sunglasses, snacks, water
Plan an exit strategy before you go: 'If it's too much, we'll leave'
Visit during quieter times (early morning, weekdays) when possible
Keep the outing short at first and build up duration over time

What you need

Social story, sensory kit bag, exit plan, realistic expectations

Why it works

Neurodivergent children find public spaces overwhelming because they're unpredictable, noisy, and sensory-rich. Preparation removes the unpredictability, a sensory kit manages the overload, and having an exit plan reduces anxiety because the child knows they won't be trapped.

Age guidance

Relevant from age 2 onwards. Younger children need more sensory support; older children benefit from being involved in the planning.

Real-world example

A parent started packing ear defenders, a fidget, and a snack in a small bag every time they left the house. Just knowing the bag was there made their child calmer about outings. They called it the 'adventure bag' and the child started asking for it themselves.

Troubleshooting

Having to leave early is not a failure. You tried, and that counts
Some places offer 'quiet hours' for neurodivergent families. Search online
A post-outing debrief helps: 'What was OK? What was hard?'

Thriive — The App for Neurodivergent Families

Features

Conditions We Support

Parent Guides

Glossary

Daily Challenges

Strategy Categories

Community