The Navigating Neurodivergence Blog

Discover how autism and ADHD overlap, creating unique challenges and strengths in AuDHD individuals, from conflicting traits to extraordinar

Learn the many overlapping and contradicting characteristics between autism and ADHD in addition to what it’s like having both conditions.

Learn about the relationship between tone of voice and autism, and how autistic individuals can overcome challenges with tone of voice.

Enter the world of selective mutism in adults and learn its symptoms, the challenges it presents, and strategies for managing it.

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.

Learn about PDA symptoms in adults and practical strategies to thrive with PDA autism including how to create a low-demand environment.

Discover the line between introversion and social anxiety in autism. Learn about tailored support and effective strategies for both.

Learn how to create your best life as an autistic adult through self-advocacy. Discover strategies for and examples of success.

Uncover the world of autism in women. Learn about the unique manifestations, the challenges faced, and the importance of accurate diagnosis.

Discover how to navigate life after an autism diagnosis with insights from Patty Laushman. Embrace your strengths, find support, and thrive.

A blog post that explains the benefits and causes of why autistic people may be happier around other autistic people

An detailed primer on autistic shutdowns, the signs, how to prevent them, and more, plus how to support someone in shutdown shame-free.

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.

Clients who come to me feeling broken are unaware they have a Formula 1 race car in their brain, but they've been handed the operator's manu

Autistic inertia is a somewhat hidden feature of autism that can significantly impact the quality of life of those affected.

Internalized ableism. Why it matters, how it affects the autistic community, and what we can do to overcome it.

In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of the double empathy problem. We will examine its roots, discuss its implications, an

Many with autism have sleep problems as adults. Gain insights into the connection between autism and sleep problems along with tips to impro

Understanding Autistic Burnout in Adults

What is gender and how does it define us? Read this post to learn what the gender spectrum is and how it influences our identities.