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What Are the Benefits of ADHD?
Learn about the positive traits associated with ADHD and how they benefit individuals living with the condition.
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Autism and the Arts: The Benefits
Discover the benefits of autism and the arts. Learn how drama, music, and dance help autistic individuals build skills and confidence.
5 min read


When Autism and ADHD Overlap (AuDHD): Conflicting Traits
Discover how autism and ADHD overlap, creating unique challenges and strengths in AuDHD individuals.
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When Autism and ADHD Overlap (AuDHD): Common Traits
Learn the many overlapping and contradicting characteristics between autism and ADHD in addition to what it’s like having both conditions.
5 min read


How Task Analysis Can Help Autistic and ADHD Individuals
Discover how task analysis can empower neurodivergent individuals with autism and ADHD to break down complex tasks into achievable steps.
7 min read


How to Manage Time Blindness in ADHD and Autism
Are you struggling with time blindness? Learn how to manage time perception challenges with personalized strategies and support.
5 min read


Autistic and ADHD Info Dumping: Tips for Loved Ones
Does one of your loved ones with autism and ADHD often info dump? Learn tips for how you can create a supportive environment for them.
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Autistic and ADHD Info Dumping: Tips for Adults
Discover why individuals with autism and/or ADHD often info dump when explaining the topics they love.
6 min read


How Checklists Can Help Combat Executive Functioning Challenges
Learn the many ways checklists can help autistic individuals combat executive functioning challenges, from providing structure to improving
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How Autistic Individuals Can Improve Active Listening Skills
Active listening is a critical skill needed to build meaningful relationships that can be improved with these tips.
6 min read


How to Prioritize When There's Too Much to Do
An exploration of how many autistic minds approach tasks and specific strategies for prioritizing tasks as well as where to get support.
6 min read


Autism and the Neurodiversity Paradigm - Changing the Conversation
Learn the different ways humans have discussed autism and neurodivergence, from the medical and social models of disability to the neurodive
10 min read


What is Central Coherence and What Does it Have to Do With Autism?
Learn what central coherence is, what it means to have a weak central coherence, and how you can improve your central coherence.
7 min read


How to Create New Habits by Leveraging Old Ones Through Habit Stacking
By Patty Laushman We’re all creatures of habit, and we tend to do things the same way day after day. But what if you want to break out of...
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Stimming: It's Not Just for Autistics Anymore
By Patty Laushman When you think of stimming, you might picture autistic children who flap their hands or pace back and forth. But the...
6 min read


How a Body Double Can Help You Focus Better and Be More Productive
Learn how body doubling can allow individuals with autism, ADHD, AuDHD, or general executive functioning challenges to enjoy tasks they othe
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How We Got Our Teen to Do a Major Un-Fun Chore Without Complaining
Read this anecdote about my husband and me asking our son to pick up Legos. The methods used in this post can help you get your teen to do a
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7 Tips for Getting Out the Door in the Morning
Struggling to get out the door in the morning? Check out these 7 tips for getting out the door and starting your day with less stress.
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