Recently I’ve read several articles, including one at Life Skills Advocate , on the ADHD or Neurodiversity tax. While this is most prevalent in people …
The Neurodiversity Tax
Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity and the Literal Thinking Trap
For better or for worse, literal thinking is a hallmark of neurodiversity. This can happen for any of several reasons. Sometimes it’s a blessing …
The Problem with Pain: Sensory Processing Disorder
Long before my son was diagnosed with Autism, we knew he struggled with sensory processing issues. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) affects many neurodivergent thinkers. …
The Social Bubble
Super Bowl commercials, roundabouts, and Myers-Briggs. They all have one thing in common. They exemplify one key aspect of autism and some other forms of …
Neurodiversity and Waiting
Waiting is Hard! It’s true. We’re always waiting on something. Sometimes we wait for big events like vacations or job interviews. At other times …
Neurodiversity and the Art of Listening- Part 2
Note: Earlier this week I published the first part of this blog on Neurodiversity and listening. It focused on problems with auditory attention, and you …
Neurodiversity and the Art of Listening- Part 1
Listening can be a lost art for many Americans regardless of how our brains are wired. During the time I lived in Africa years …
Neurodiversity and Object Permanence
I know object permanence issues are often associated with ADHD, but I’ve seen it so many times with other neurodivergent thinkers, including myself. Object permanence …
To Medicate Or Not To Medicate…That Is The question
Disclaimer: Let me start this post by saying that I am not a doctor or medical professional. I cannot diagnose you or your child, and …
Neurodiversity and Stealing
I knew when I wrote the original “Five Finger Discount” blog several months ago, that I’d have to write more on the struggle some of …