When we talk about neurodiversity, discussions often lean towards a gender-neutral perspective. However, the experiences of neurodivergent women can be vastly different from those of
This week someone asked me, “but, why would I employ autistic or neurodivergent people?” This is not an uncommon question! On this occasion, it came
Understanding Masking Many late-diagnosed autistic women grow up feeling different yet manage to follow social patterns, often masking their true selves. Harriet from Geek Girl
Rejection sensitivity, the intense fear of rejection, is a significant emotional challenge for many girls, particularly those who are neurodivergent. This heightened sensitivity can lead
Friendships are a crucial part of our lives, they help us feel connected and provide us with support, joy, and a sense of belonging. However,
Today we’re managing the disappointment of a friendship breakdown in our household. Supporting someone who is upset and has rejection sensitivity can be extremely challenging,
Meet Nick & Toby – both are autistic. Both have felt socially isolated and previously unable to attend school due to anxiety and bullying. 🚘
As a parent of two children with Autism & ADHD, I often see both my children struggle with time management in different ways. Firstly, if
So what is RSD? Rejection Sensitivity is actually an old concept that has been associated with ADHD but is getting a lot more publicity of
When my son was 16, I got a message from him saying “goodbye” as he didn’t want to live anymore. It’s not something any parent
Loneliness can lead to devastating outcomes for our neurodiverse kids. Just last week, my son who has been desperately trying to find his tribe spent
Transitions can be difficult for kids and young people at the best of times, but for our neurodiverse kids these transitions can be extremely triggering.
After the diagnosis of Autism/ADHD, we were recommended to attend a social skills play group. My son was aged 4 at the time. I was
