Many neurodivergents undergo bullying in their formative years and, indeed, through into adulthood. Ana-Maria discusses how a teenage girl in high school completely uprooted her existence and changed her for good. But, should we forgive the perpetrators?
By now, we’ve all heard of COVID induced Zoom fatigue, but how does it compare with the autistic experience on a daily basis? Dana takes a closer look.
Many neurodivergents are born with highly sensitive brains. Add trauma to the mix and those sensitivities can be extremely difficult to live with. Natalie discusses ways in which trauma can manifest as sensitivities in the neurodivergent brain.
Jim Hoerricks, PhD, breaks down the idea ‘Should we even be treating autism?’. What do you think?
The history of the Asperger’s diagnosis, including it’s roots with Hans Asperger, it’s incorporation into the ASD diagnosis with the onset of the DSM-V, and the type of people it impacts.
Touch can be a ‘touchy’ issue for many neurodivergents. Due to differences in brain wiring, some may avoid touch while others almost need too much! Our resident body language expert, Sophie, delves into why our brains need touch and provides ...
The sum of our symptoms makes us unique to only ourselves and no one else! Here, Jim discusses his autism, sensory, and gut issues to highlight how we often differ from others with the same diagnosis.
Jordan takes a closer look at autism and its common comorbidities, and discusses how some co-occurring conditions can be seen as a double strength.
J.Q. Isidore lists the reasons why she believes autism should be viewed in a positive light, and why autistics may even hold an advantage at life.
Being neurodivergent can foster a lifelong love of learning. Tiffany discusses how this perk of neurodivergence helps her relationships.
Are you a highly sensitive person and struggle to control your feelings? In this post, Astrid explains why she believes there’s no such thing as being ‘too’ sensitive or emotional.
That moment when you find out you’re different from the other girls! How Tiffany learned to harness her neurodivergent strengths to get past the bullying and help others achieve meaningful relationships.
Sharon absolutely wouldn't change her son for the world. Her only wish is for his life not to be a constant struggle, but one of acceptance, and above all that he is happy and loved.
Robyn examines her autistic son’s strengths and challenges, wondering if he’ll be judged on the strengths she knows he has, or will people just see the label.