Neurodiversity in the Criminal Justice System

Posted on 26 January 2023 by Pippa McClounan

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NHS funded research study

User Voice is an independent charity set-up and run by ex-offenders.

They know that the system doesn’t understand or listen to people with Neurodiverse conditions. This project is funded by the NHS to better understand your experience.

Neurodiversity within the criminal justice system is an under-researched but vitally important issue. Neurodiversity covers many conditions related to how the brain functions including TS, ADHD, autism, intellectual disabilities, traumatic brain injury and motor disorders.

Estimates suggest that neurodiverse conditions are three times more common in the criminal justice system than in the general population. However, findings indicate that there is limited screening for these conditions and the true figure may be much higher.

This research aims to hear your views, experiences, how you manage the world and what hard won tools/insight you can share with others. 

Open to those with a diagnosed Neurodiverse condition with experience of the criminal justice system within the last 3 years

CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY

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