We are diving into a crucial, yet often misunderstood, topic: the difference between trauma response and autistic meltdown. Both can look intense from the outside, but they come from very …
“Your stims trigger me!”: Navigating competing access needs
In diverse communities, individuals have unique access needs that sometimes conflict. For instance, one person’s vocal stimming might cause auditory overload for someone else. Similarly, captions can aid auditory processing …
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Neurodivergent Parents
We’ve had so many requests for a gift guide for neurodivergent parents, because finding just the right present can be challenging. From self-care products to practical support, these hand-picked gifts …
Gift-Giving for Autistic Families
When we choose a gift for someone, we hope they will love it. We may imagine their excitement, what they’ll say, and imagine them using the gift. If we have …
Autistic Failure to Launch with Patty Laushman | The Neurodiverging Podcast
Enjoy an excerpt of my exclusive live interview with Patty Laushman, neurodivergent coach, who discusses the critical topic of ‘failure to launch’ in autistic youth with me. “Failure to Launch” …
What Is Neurodiversity? Embracing Our Differences
In a world that often prizes conformity, it’s important to recognize and celebrate the incredible diversity of the human mind. Neurodiversity – the idea that neurological differences like autism, ADHD, …
Neurodivergent in the Natural World with Diana Renn | The Neurodiverging Podcast
Diana Renn’s new middle grade book, The Owl Prowl Mystery, is all about adolescence as an ADHDer, and how neurodivergence intersects with the natural world around us. Listen on Apple …
How to Become an Advocate | The Neurodiverging Podcast
Today Danielle is laying out how to become an advocate and how to decide what kind of advocacy you want to practice. This is a vital piece of being a …
Supporting Autistic Loved Ones During Holiday Parties
The holiday season, with its bustling atmosphere and cacophony of sounds, can be a joyous occasion for many. However, for autistic individuals, this sensory overload can be overwhelming. Whether you’re …
Understanding Autistic Communication with Jaime A. Heidel | The Neurodiverging Podcast
As a late-diagnosed autistic/ADHD person, this question was the theme of Jaime A. Heidel’s childhood, teens, and young adult life. She created a guide to help the future generation of …