Topic
Autism
33 articles
Clinician Deep Dive: Hormones on the Tilt for Neurodivergent Minds
31 October 2025 — Clinical deep dive on hormonal cycles, neurodivergent nervous systems and regulation strategies — builds on our introductory Hormones on…
Hormones on the Tilt - Why ND Minds Feel the Swings More — and What Helps
14 October 2025 — Why ADHD and autistic brains can feel hormonal shifts more intensely — regulation tips, planning compassionate lows and when to seek…
Emotional Time Travel: How ND minds relive past shame and pre-live future panic — and how to come back to the here and now
29 September 2025 — Previous Article: Sleep, Time & the Circadian Saboteur — Why Neurodivergent Brains Refuse to Keep “Office Hours”…
Sleep, Time & the Circadian Saboteur — Why Neurodivergent Brains Refuse to Keep “Office Hours”
22 September 2025 — Previous Article: 2\. "The Safe Food Loop" - Why many ADHD & Autistic People aren't "picky" - and why they're often mis-diagnosed with an…
Launching Soon: Parenting Lab — Beyond Behaviour™
9 August 2025 — Parenting Lab — Beyond Behaviour™ Parenting Lab — Beyond Behaviour™ is a tiered journey for parents, carers, and professionals who want to…
"The Safe Food Loop”: Why many ADHD & Autistic people aren’t “picky” — and why they’re often mis-diagnosed with an eating disorder
8 August 2025 — Previous Article: 1B -Why Do I Over-Heat? The Deep Dive for Clinicians, Nerds & the Neuro-Curious…
Why Neurodivergent People Overheat (ADHD & Autism) — Part 1
16 July 2025 — Why ADHD and autistic nervous systems can struggle with heat regulation — sensory load, stress physiology and practical coping ideas. Part…
Clinician Deep Dive: Why Neurodivergent People Overheat — Part 2
16 July 2025 — A deeper dive for clinicians and neuro-curious readers on thermoregulation, ADHD/autism physiology overlaps and clinical framing — Part 2…
Naming the Invisible: Peeling Off the ADHD & Autism Masks
14 July 2025 — I’m Dr Miriam Mavia-Zając, Consultant Chartered Psychologist, late-diagnosed ND woman of colour, and founder of Neurodiverse You NDY . For…
Sensory Regulation and Self-Care in Adulthood.
3 April 2025 — How to create sensory-informed environments and protect your nervous system across work, home, and social settings. Sensory experiences…
Sleep Disorders & Neurodivergence: Why Rest Is Hard to Find.
2 April 2025 — Sleep is one of the most essential neurobiological functions we have, yet for many neurodivergent adults, rest is elusive, irregular, and…
When the World Feels Too Loud, or Not Loud Enough: Rethinking Sensory Processing in Neurodivergent Adults.
1 April 2025 — It’s not always visible. But it shapes everything. The way someone eats. How long they stay at a gathering. Whether they answer your text,…
The Emotional Journey of Transition: Anxiety, Self-Doubt, and Self-Acceptance
31 March 2025 — Transition anxiety and identity strain when ADHD or autism meets adulthood — compassionate psychoeducation from Neurodiverse You on pacing…
The Myth of ‘High-Functioning’ Independence: Redefining Success for Neurodivergent Adults
28 March 2025 — “You’re doing fine.” “You seem so capable.” “You’re not like other autistic people.” “You’ve got nothing to worry about—you always land on…
Executive Dysfunction & Time Blindness- Why Just Plan Better Doesn’t Work.
27 March 2025 — Why Just Plan Better Doesn’t Work. If I had a pound for every time someone told a neurodivergent person to "just plan better" or "use a…
Executive Functioning & Independence: Building the Skills for Adult Life
27 March 2025 — If I had a pound for every time a neurodivergent young person told me they were trying to be more organised but just kept “failing,” I’d…
Alexithymia & Emotional Regulation: When Feelings Are Hard to Name.
26 March 2025 — The Skewed Internal GPS of Emotion Imagine your emotions are like destinations on a map. For most people, their internal GPS reliably…
Depression in Neurodivergent Individuals: Recognising and Addressing the Silent Struggle.
25 March 2025 — Depression in neurodivergent individuals is often misunderstood, or worse, misdiagnosed. Many autistic and ADHD individuals struggle for…
Avoiding Burnout & Managing Energy: Why Neurodivergent Young Adults Crash & How to Prevent It.
21 March 2025 — Burnout Isn’t Just Fatigue, It’s a System Breakdown. Burnout is often misunderstood. It’s not just about feeling tired or needing a break,…
Transitioning to Adulthood: A Neuroaffirmative Guide for Neurodiverse Adolescents & Young Adults
3 January 2025 — Introduction: The Transition to Adulthood for Neurodiverse Adolescents & Young People The transition from adolescence to adulthood can be…
Building Community and Finding Support: A Neuroaffirmative Guide for Neurodiverse Individuals
9 December 2024 — Introduction: The Power of Community Community and support are foundational to our sense of belonging and well-being, and this is…
Legal Rights and Neurodiversity in the UK: A Neuroaffirmative and Compassionate Guide
20 November 2024 — ! Neurodiversity: Know your legal rights /images/blog/f2cdfd b0e51746811c45e7b92eb8e382b52b62~mv2.png Introduction: The Importance of…
Education and Learning Strategies for Neurodiverse Students: Thriving in the Classroom and Beyond
11 November 2024 — Introduction Education is not just the foundation for professional success; it is a critical avenue for personal growth, identity…
Mental Health and Neurodiversity: A Compassionate, Neuroaffirmative Approach
31 October 2024 — Introduction: Mental Health and the Neurodiverse Experience For neurodiverse individuals—those with Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD , ADHD,…
Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) and Camouflaging in Neurodivergent Individuals: A Psychological Perspective
31 October 2024 — Neurodivergent individuals—particularly those with ADHD and autism — often face unique emotional and social challenges. Two commonly…
Understanding Neurodiversity: A Compassionate and Neuroaffirmative Perspective
18 October 2024 — Introduction: What is Neurodiversity? Neurodiversity is a concept that recognises and celebrates the natural variation in human brains and…
Cultural and Gender Considerations in ADHD and ASD: A Neuroaffirmative and Compassionate Approach
25 September 2024 — Introduction: Why Culture and Gender Matter in ADHD and ASD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD…
Social Skills Development for ADHD and ASD: A Compassionate and Neuroaffirmative Approach
25 September 2024 — Introduction: Rethinking Social Skills for ADHD and ASD For individuals with ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and ASD Autism…
Co-Occurring Conditions: Navigating the Complexities of ADHD and ASD
3 September 2024 — Introduction to co-occuring conditions and ADHD, Autism. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD…
Embracing Neurodiversity: A Deeper Understanding
3 September 2024 — Introduction - Embracing Neurodiversity Neurodiversity is a transformative concept that has begun to reshape how society views mental and…
Busting the Myths about ADHD and ASD: Dispelling Misinformation with Evidence-Based Facts
2 September 2024 — Busting the myths around ADHD and Autism Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD are two of the…
Parenting a Child with ADHD and/or ASD: Strategies, Insights, and Support
2 September 2024 — Introduction - Parenting a child with ADHD and/or Autism Parenting is a journey filled with joys, challenges, and countless learning…
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