Navigating social niceties as a neurodivergent
When I lived in LA, I frequently encountered something I called “California nice.” Strangers…
Neurodivergent cultural wealth: The hidden knowledge autistic and ADHD people carry
From an early age, many autistic and ADHD people learn to see themselves through…
Neuroaffirming care principles: Understanding the person behind the behavior
A lot of neurodivergent people spend years being told their struggles exist entirely inside…
Why neurodivergent birthdays can feel so complicated
For many people, birthdays are about celebration. But for many autistics and ADHDers, they…
The neurodivergent manifesto: For anyone who learned to hide themselves
Over the years, I’ve worked with a lot of neurodivergent people carrying the same…
Why explicit communication matters in neurodivergent relationships
As a result, both people may believe they’re being clear while still misunderstanding each…
Why neurodivergent people often struggle with attachment
For many neurodivergent people, relationships can feel confusing, intense, or emotionally exhausting. We may…
Dopamine dysregulation: Why passions can help neurodivergent brains recharge
One of the lesser-discussed challenges of ADHD and autism is dopamine dysregulation. Many neurodivergent…
When accessibility isn’t actually accessible for neurodivergent folks
When people hear the word accessibility, they often think of ramps, elevators, wheelchair access,…
I don’t hate people—I’m just out of social battery
One of the more confusing realities of being neurodivergent is realizing you can genuinely…
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