The Navigating Neurodivergence Blog

Explore interoception's role in daily life, especially for neurodivergent individuals, and learn why this lesser-known sense is crucial for

Learn the relationship between neurodivergent people and executive functioning and why many neurodivergent people struggle with these skills

By Patty Laushman Children identified as autistic or ADHD have numerous options for therapies and interventions to help them grow and...

Learn the different ways humans have discussed autism and neurodivergence, from the medical and social models of disability to the neurodive

Learn what pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is, PDA symptoms in adults, and how to support and deal with PDA in adults who match this pro

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

Learn what options exist for taking a gap year in addition to the benefits that come from taking one. Discover a gap year program that works

Are you a neurodivergent student thinking of taking a gap year? Learn the signs that can suggest whether you are ready for college or not.

Now that we know what causes neurodivergent people to have overactive minds, let's look at 12 ways to calm them, from meditation to ditching

Explore why those with autism, ADHD, and AuDHD may be prone to an overactive mind. Learn about theories, triggers, and types of repetitive t

Are you looking for neurodivergent support and other mental health resources for neurodivergent adults? If yes, then check out this list!

Struggling to find work as a neurodivergent person? If yes, then read this list of neurodivergent friendly companies plus other helpful reso

Discover what autistic masking is, why many autistic individuals feel compelled to mask, its impacts, and how you can unmask yourself.

What is neurodiversity, what are the signs, is it a disability, why should we be more inclusive, and how do we do it?

Learn what central coherence is, what it means to have a weak central coherence, and how you can improve your central coherence.

Discover what social fatigue is, why it's more common in autistic individuals, its signs, and tips for overcoming it if you have it.

Rejection sensitivity dysphoria with ADHD and autism is a common experience. Learn how it presents itself, and how to provide support.

Starting conversations is hard enough, but learning how to end a conversation politely will increase your confidence in starting them. Learn

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...

Learn what empathic listening is, how it can be challenging for autistic individuals, and how they can improve their empathic listening skil