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Healthy friendships help people feel supported, provide a sense of belonging, and stave off loneliness. But for many neurodivergent adults, making and keeping friends is a lifelong challenge. They might overshare, struggle to fully listen, and experience social anxiety, all of which can lead to feelings of rejection. To try and avoid these feelings, many adults adopt people-pleasing […]

“Executive function” is used frequently when explaining ADHD, but do you really know what this term means? Do you understand how ADHD fundamentally affects executive functions? Let’s start by getting clear on what executive functions are, what they aren’t, and which approaches are not considered executive functioning strategies. The better you understand how executive functions operate, […]

This webinar will be recorded. Register now to reserve your spot, even if you can't attend live. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is likely influenced by the connection between the gut microbiome and the brain, starting from early development, though the precise biological mechanisms underlying ASD remain unclear. What scientists do know is that these processes […]

Parenting practices have evolved alongside our understanding of children’s social-emotional development. Historically, parenting focused on raising obedient and productive members of society and leaned heavily on authoritarian and punitive approaches. However, research indicates that balancing warmth with limit-setting is important to raising well-adjusted children, especially when the children are neurodivergent. This webinar will provide a brief […]

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that takes hold during the dark winter months. These “winter blues,” which are more common among people with ADHD, can cause feelings of sadness and depression, sap energy and motivation, and change sleep patterns. In this webinar, you will learn: How to recognize seasonal mood changes […]