The Navigating Neurodivergence Blog

Explore what connects autism and alexithymia and discover the overlapping characteristics of these conditions and how alexithymia can impact

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

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.

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!

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.

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

By Patty Laushman I speak with many adults who suspect they are on the autism spectrum. Often their child has been recently diagnosed,...

By Patty Laushman When you think of stimming, you might picture autistic children who flap their hands or pace back and forth. But the...

By Patty Laushman There are generations of parents and grandparents with kids and grandkids being diagnosed with autism right now. If you...

Discover signs of Asperger's or high functioning autism in adults, also referred to as mild autism and now diagnosed as autism spectrum diso

Reprinted with the author’s permission, read the essay "Welcome to Holland" to learn what raising a child with an unexpected disability can