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Autism/ADHD

Essy Knopf neurodivergent advocacy
Autism/ADHD Identity

When neurodivergent advocacy triggers backlash

Have you ever been called “too sensitive,” “lazy,” or “distracted” for reacting to things…

Essy Knopf everyday ableism
Autism/ADHD

Everyday ableism: The subtle judgments that harm autistics and ADHDers

Have you ever been called “too sensitive,” “lazy,” or “distracted” for reacting to things…

Essy Knopf neurodivergent egg crack
Autism/ADHD Identity

The neurodivergent egg crack: When everything finally makes sense

Have you ever had a sudden, overwhelming realization that reframes your entire life? A…

Essy Knopf neurodivergent trauma
Autism/ADHD

How C-PTSD shows up in neurodivergents

If you’re neurodivergent (ND), such as autistic or ADHD, and feel like you’re always…

Essy Knopf neurodivergent alexithymia
Autism/ADHD

Neurodivergent alexithymia: Why feeling feelings is so hard

Have you ever felt like your emotions don’t make sense? Like you’re either totally…

Essy Knopf SES bandwidth saturation
Autism/ADHD

When your brain hits “buffering”: Understanding SES bandwidth saturation in autistics and ADHDers

You’re talking to someone and suddenly can’t track what they’re saying. Or you’re bouncing…

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Autism/ADHD

Why neurodivergent people are more vulnerable to abuse

Have you ever wondered if someone’s treatment of you was really abusive—or if you…

Essy Knopf neurodivergent perfectionism
Autism/ADHD

Neurodivergent perfectionism is a question of survival

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, it’s never quite…

Essy Knopf neurodivergent overfunctioning
Autism/ADHD

Neurodivergent overfunctioning isn’t strength—it’s a fast track to burnout

If you’re autistic or ADHD and constantly feel like you’re barely holding it together—or…

Essy Knopf dopamine farming
Autism/ADHD

Dopamine farming: Why ADHDers and autistics chase stimulation

Ever find yourself doomscrolling before breakfast, binge-watching into the early hours, or disappearing into…

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