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2023

ADHD & Hyperfocus: What Does it Mean?

Jun09
Featured Image by Andrea Piacquadio, Pexels.com Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects individuals’ behaviours. Individuals with ADHD may find it difficult to keep focus on tasks, may act on impulse, and may experience hyperactivity. On the other hand, hyperfocus is described as the flip side
2023

What is Autism Masking?

Jun05
Featured Image by Pixabay, Pexels.com Autism Spectrum Disorder, more commonly known as ASD, is the label used by medical professionals to refer to a developmental disability which is the consequence of a difference in brain make-up. As in the name autism is wide spectrum which encompasses a swath of individuals
2023

Common myths about OCD

Jun02
Featured Image by EKATERINA BOLOVTSOVA, Pexels.com Is OCD just about cleaning? Is it untreatable? These are common questions people have about the condition. But first, what is OCD? The NHS describes OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) as a “mental health condition where a person has obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours”. Although
2023

How Does Autism Affect Communication?

May29
Featured Image by nappy, Pexels.com Many people on the autistic spectrum experience challenges in communicating with others –neurotypical or neurodivergent. These difficulties can take many forms and can potentially result in misunderstandings and difficulties working with others, as well as challenges in integration into groups and wider society. Learning more
2023

How to Manage OCD Intrusive Thoughts

May26
Featured Image by MART PRODUCTION, Pexels Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a neurological condition where a person experiences obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours. The obsessive thoughts a person with OCD has can be intrusive. Intrusive thoughts are distressing and unwanted. They repeatedly enter a person’s mind. The thoughts can range
2023

Time Management Tips for Adults with ADHD

May05
Featured image by Jeffrey Paa Kwesi Opare, Pexels In order to have a better understanding of how ADHD affects individuals’ day-to-day activities and how they may be reduced, it is important to have a bigger picture of the role ADHD plays in individuals’ lives. Hence, this article will address issues
2023

Difference Between Tic Disorder & Tourette’s Syndrome

Apr28
Featured image by Pixabay, Pexels Tic disorder and Tourette’s syndrome are two conditions that are often confused with each other. While both involve involuntary movements or sounds, they are actually quite different. Understanding the difference between the two can help with diagnosis and treatment. In this article, we will explore
2023

How to Make Meetings More Inclusive

Apr14
Featured image by Jopwell, Pexels Meetings are an essential part of workplace life. They enable employers and their employees to communicate and share information, solve problems, resolve disputes, improve performance, build teamwork, and move projects forward. However, neurodiverse employees can find meetings challenging. For example, an employee with autism may