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Autism/ADHD

Essy Knopf neurodivergent cultural wealth
Autism/ADHD

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…

Essy Knopf neuroaffirming care
Autism/ADHD

Neuroaffirming care principles: Understanding the person behind the behavior

A lot of neurodivergent people spend years being told their struggles exist entirely inside…

Essy Knopf neurodivergent loneliness
Autism/ADHD

Why neurodivergent birthdays can feel so complicated

For many people, birthdays are about celebration. But for many autistics and ADHDers, they…

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Autism/ADHD

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…

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Autism/ADHD

Why explicit communication matters in neurodivergent relationships

As a result, both people may believe they’re being clear while still misunderstanding each…

Essy Knopf neurodivergent attachment
Autism/ADHD

Why neurodivergent people often struggle with attachment

For many neurodivergent people, relationships can feel confusing, intense, or emotionally exhausting. We may…

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Autism/ADHD

Dopamine dysregulation: Why passions can help neurodivergent brains recharge

One of the lesser-discussed challenges of ADHD and autism is dopamine dysregulation. Many neurodivergent…

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Autism/ADHD

When accessibility isn’t actually accessible for neurodivergent folks

When people hear the word accessibility, they often think of ramps, elevators, wheelchair access,…

Essy Knopf neurodivergent social battery
Autism/ADHD

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…

Essy Knopf neurodivergent passion cycle
Autism/ADHD

The neurodivergent passion cycle: Why you burn bright, then burn out

You’re sitting at your desk, flicking between tabs like they owe you something. Your…

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