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Why Autistic People May Be Happier Around Other Autistic People
A blog post that explains the benefits and causes of why autistic people may be happier around other autistic people
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Understanding Eye Contact in Autistic Adults
The truth about eye contact in autistic adults, plus how to make eye contact -- or what you can do instead when it's just too much.
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The Double Empathy Problem
In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of the double empathy problem. We will examine its roots, discuss its implications, an
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Understanding Autistic Burnout in Adults
Understanding Autistic Burnout in Adults
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Demystifying Gender Identity
By Patty Laushman Gender is a core component of human identity that influences how we interact with others and the world around us – and...
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Autism and Alexithymia: Exploring the Connection
Autism and Alexithymia: Exploring the Connection
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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...
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Which Executive Functioning Challenges Do You Struggle With?
By Patty Laushman Have you ever wondered why some people seem to be naturally organized, goal-oriented, and focused, while others...
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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...
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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...
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Pathological Demand Avoidance in Adults – How to Help Them Get Unstuck
By Patty Laushman Have you ever heard of pathological demand avoidance (PDA)? While not a recognized diagnosis in the DSM-5, it’s a set...
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Autism and Perfectionism - Learning to Embrace Imperfection
By Patty Laushman Perfectionism is a common trait among people on the autism spectrum, one that can be a double-edged sword. In this blog...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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What is Autistic Masking?
By Patty Laushman If you are autistic, you have probably experienced masking at some point in your life. Masking is a way of hiding your...
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What is Central Coherence and What Does it Have to Do With Autism?
By Patty Laushman Do you ever feel like your thoughts are just spinning around in circles and getting nowhere? If so, don't worry -- it's...
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How to Overcome Social Fatigue
By Patty Laushman If you're autistic, chances are you've experienced what is known as "social fatigue." This is a feeling of being...
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