So you or your child have just been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. I know your head is probably buzzing as you walk out of that appointment. And I know …
3 Ways Your Partner’s Adult ADHD Influences Your Relationship (+ Advice to Improve)
There are a lot of adults with ADHD in this world, and so it’s not surprising that there are a lot of adults with ADHD in relationships around too. But is …
Neurodiversity Vs. Disorder? On Autism and ADHD
What Disorder? Neurodiversity, Autism, and ADHD Let’s talk about language! Autism and ADHD are both known as neurodevelopmental “disorders.” But is “disorder” really the best way to refer to …
Need Gentle Parenting Ideas? Try These 3 Expert Books.
After I posted my collaborative parenting series for ADHD and autistic families, I got a few emails asking me for further resources to learn about collaborative and gentle parenting. I’ve …
Autistic Special Interest: Secret Strength? (Special Interests in ASD)
Are Autistic Special Interests Really Our Secret Strength? Special interests are one of the most defining traits of autism spectrum disorder (ASD): an intense focus on a specific subject. But …
4 Ways to Crush It with Picture Schedules
Picture schedules are also called visual schedules, and they’re commonly used by autistic, ADHD, or executive dysfunction folks as supports for everyday life. Picture schedules can help us remember what …
Neurodivergent Spoons & Forks: How to Explain Autism and Fatigue
Hi everyone! Thanks for being here with me, Danielle, to talk about two models for understanding and managing fatigue that are popular in both neurodivergent and disability circles. The first is Spoon …
Echolalia and Scripting in Autism: Why We Autistics Repeat
Do you have an autistic friend or loved one who repeats everything you say all the time? Or do you know someone with autism spectrum disorder who’s in the habit …
How to Communicate with Autistic Adults and Children (When You’re Not Autistic) – 4 Powerful Tips
Having different communication styles and making it work anyway is part of being in a family. But what if it’s not working? Collaborative problem-solving can be a life-saver for learning …
How I Was Not Shocked to Learn I Was Autistic As An Adult (In My 30s!)
I wasn’t diagnosed as being on the spectrum until after my second child was born and my life fell apart. Why are so many autistic women misdiagnosed or not diagnosed …
