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Autism and Alexithymia: Exploring the Connection

Interoception's Impact on Neurodivergent People

By Patty Laushman We all learn about the five senses in elementary school, but did you know there are actually eight? In addition to the...

Effective Therapies and Interventions for Autistic Adults

By Patty Laushman Many people who are looking for therapy for autistic adults find it difficult to locate and even more difficult to...

Autism and the Neurodiversity Paradigm - Changing the Conversation

By Patty Laushman It’s impossible to get an autism diagnosis without a gap between what is expected and a person’s ability to meet those...

Pathological Demand Avoidance in Adults – How to Help Them Get Unstuck

Have you ever heard of pathological demand avoidance (PDA)? While not a recognized diagnosis in the DSM-5, it’s a set of personality and

Autism and Perfectionism: Learning to Embrace Imperfection

Explore the complex relationship between autism and perfectionism and learn to embrace imperfection for a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Best Gap Year Programs for Neurodivergent Students

By Patty Laushman In my post last week, I talked about different reasons you might want to take a gap year between high school and...

Should I Consider a Gap Year as a Neurodivergent Student?

By Patty Laushman Making decisions about the future is a big deal for any high school student, but if you are neurodivergent, the...

12 Ways to Calm Your Overactive Neurodivergent Mind - Part 2

By Patty Laushman Last week I talked about why neurodivergent people may be prone to an overactive mind. I introduced examples of...

Why Neurodivergent People May Be More Prone to an Overactive Mind - Part 1

By Patty Laushman Welcome to the first part of my two-part series on neurodivergence and overactive minds. In this post, I'll be sharing...

10 Mental Health Resources for Neurodivergent Teens and Adults

By Patty Laushman Are you looking for resources and support to help manage mental health issues related to neurodivergence? You’re not...

Which Companies Hire Neurodivergent People?

By Patty Laushman This article was updated September 2, 2023. If there are inaccuracies or you would like to nominate a company for this...

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