Tag: autism neurodivergent

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.

Children on the autism spectrum often experience co-occurring conditions at a much higher rate than the general public. Here, Sharon discusses how it impacts her son’s life.

Autism and neurodiversity advocate, Tim Goldstein, discusses the curse of being a so-called high functioning autistic. Those who are higher functioning are required to pass as neurotypical which is a standard that’s almost impossible to meet.

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.

Does the neurodiversity movement gloss over the more negative aspects of our conditions? Plus, a call for some common ground to be reached between the disability and neurodiversity camps.