Neurodivergence refers to conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, and others.

Historically, diagnostic criteria and societal awareness have primarily focused on neurodivergence in children, leaving many undiagnosed until adulthood, particularly women.

Gifted, neurodivergent women suffer greatly as they engage in High Masking and Social Camoflouge…

Despite growing recognition of masking behaviors, particularly among females, the research literature remains relatively sparse.

We need to do better.

Dr. John Gottman, a psychologist renowned for his work on marital stability and relationship dynamics, has modified his research-based couples therapy model to accommodate the unique needs of neurodivergent couples….

Twice-exceptional adults refer to individuals who possess both outstanding intellectual abilities, often in the form of giftedness, and one or more disabilities or challenges, such as ADHD, dyslexia, or autism spectrum disorder.

Research on this population has gained momentum recently, shedding light on their unique strengths, challenges, and needs.

Neurodiversity can be a characteristic of humans of all genders, but females have often been underrepresented and overlooked in both research and clinical practice.

Historically, diagnostic criteria and assessment tools have been based on male presentations of neurodivergent traits, leading to the underdiagnosis or misdiagnosis of females.

In a clinical context, GAD is usually categorized as an anxiety disorder and treated as such, often with therapy, medication, or a combination of both.

While it's not typically classified as neurodivergent, individuals with GAD may still experience unique perspectives and challenges related to their particular condition.

The neurodivergent umbrella recognizes that each person's experience of neurodiversity is unique and that these differences can bring strengths and challenges.

It promotes acceptance, understanding, and accommodation for people with diverse neurological profiles, fostering a more inclusive society.

Autistic grief is not like neurotypical grief.

It’s Because of the unique sensory, cognitive, and emotional experiences that impact humans on the autism spectrum…

Acquired Neurodiversity refers to neurodevelopmental conditions or differences acquired later in life due to external factors, such as brain injuries, illnesses, or trauma.

Unlike innate neurodiversity, which is present from birth and typically refers to conditions like autism, ADHD, or dyslexia, Acquired Neurodiversity occurs due to events that happen after birth.

The most important work with a newly cognizant neurodiverse couple is not insight.

Insight is rarely the problem.

Most couples arrive already fluent in explanation. They know their patterns. They can narrate the history.

They can tell you exactly how the last argument unfolded and why it ended badly.

What they cannot yet do is manage the structural consequences of two nervous systems that process reality differently.

When narrative speed outpaces processing capacity, conflict stops being about facts and starts being about interpretation.

That is where things break.

You can avoid reality, but you cannot avoid the consequences of avoiding reality. —Ayn Rand

Research suggest that fish oil supplements are at least as effective for attention as conventional pharmacological treatments among those children with ADHD who have omega-3 deficiency….

Wow…