Rory McCarthy

Guest writer

Rory McCarthy is an independent ADHD/Autism advocate and researcher who has also been diagnosed with ADHD/Autism. They are training in 2021 to become an ICF Accredited ADHD coach and are working to challenge the stigmatisation of ADHD/Autism and improve education and understanding.

A range of neuro diverse New Zealanders, illustrated by Toby Morris.

Ten things everyone can do to make Autistic people’s lives better

A little understanding – and awareness of a few easy-to-follow rules – can make a huge difference to our lives.

By Rory McCarthy | 6th January, 2022

A range of neuro diverse New Zealanders, illustrated by Toby Morris.

Ten things everyone can do to make Autistic people’s lives better

A little understanding – and awareness of a few easy-to-follow rules – can make a huge difference to our lives.

By Rory McCarthy | 16th April, 2021

The NOIT device claiming to help those with dyslexia, autism and ADHD (Image: The Spinoff/Kickstarter)

Attaching a beeping device to Autistic people isn’t treatment. It’s torture

A crowdfunding campaign for a 'tool' that attaches to the back of the neck is abhorrent to people with lived neurodivergent experience.

By Rory McCarthy | 25th February, 2021