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Neurodiversity - Autism and ADHD

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What is Autism? A Primer

Autism is a form of neurodiversity that is characterized by two main features:
differences in social communication and preferred interests and routine

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What is ADHD? A Primer

ADHD is a form of neurodiversity that is characterized by differences in
modulating attention and/or impulsivity or hyperactivity 

Take A Deep Dive into ADHD

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Neurodiversity - Diagnostic Facts

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Diagnostic History of Autism

A history of autism in the DSM from the 1980's to present. 

An overview of conditions that are commonly experienced by neurodivergent folks

Co-occuring Conditions

Layers of Autism

An explanation of the three layers of autism - the "skeleton", the "soft tissue", and the face presented to the world

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Neurodiversity Conceptualized as Layers

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Layers of ADHD

An explanation of the three layers of ADHD - the "skeleton", the "soft tissue", and the face presented to the world

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Neurodiversity Features

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Sensory System Differences

Neurodiversity is often associated with differences in how sensory information is processed

Conversation Differences

A look at why providing time to process during conversations is important, in addition to the importance of being direct and correct

Executive Function Differences

A deep dive into executive function differences through the metaphor of a computer program

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Social Perception 

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Rejection Sensitivity

A phenomenon that many ND individuals experience, which is an intense emotional reaction to real or perceived criticism or rejection

Demand Autonomy

A powerful drive for autonomy (PDA) that is characterized by an anxious reaction to demands

Motivation - Where are you?

A look into what "laziness" really is and how to RAIN on its parade!

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Burnout and Dysregulation

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Autistic Burnout

“Autistic burnout” has been used for a long time by members of the autistic community to describe the negative impact of living in a world set-up for neurotypical people

Emotional (Dys)regulation

Why are neurodivergent individuals more susceptible to emotional dysregulation?

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Double Empathy Problem 

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Double Empathy Problem

What is the double empathy problem? Let a squirrel and octopus explain.

So important it deserves its own section!

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Neurodiversity Resources

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ND Websites

Websites for organizations or societies that provide resources, support, and information on Autism or ADHD

ND Resources

A collection of strategies or worksheets tailored to the ND experience

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