hey, hi!

i'm looking for resources that might help in a neurotypical + neurodivergent relationship. something the NT (and ND) can educate themselves with and something the ND can use to better communicate their needs and how their brain works to their loved ones.

ADHD is a given, autism is not/(but possible, and there's a lot of overlap). so ideally these resources would be somewhat generalized so it doesn't seem like "okay so you're saying you're autistic?"

thank you!

@actuallyadhd @askingadhd @actuallyautisic

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#actuallyAutistic #askingAutistics #neurodivergent #ADHD

As I come to understand my #autism better (I was only diagnosed 7 years ago, aged 63), I realise I have lived a hopelessly innocent and naive life.

I have always tried to live my actual real life trying to be decent (etc). I thought everyone did the same. What a fool I have been. 😢

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#AllAutistics #AuDHD #AskingADHD #adhd

Now here's something fun... just on the theme of hyper focus and lack of focus 😊
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DECmaChNGCR/?igsh=cmcyMWJ1OGM4Ynpp

I thought it was a trick (if I'm honest, I'm still not sure). As soon as I look at the green, everything else disappears and stays that way.

I'd be very curious to see what other people experience!

And whether ADHD and/or autism makes a difference.

#AskingAutistics #AskingADHD #ADHD

@niamhgarvey @Tooden @joshsusser

"Do you find #pain non existent or overwhelming?
Do you know when you are tired, hungry, thirsty?
Do you know when your heart is racing ?
This is our well known #interoception sense infographic. #hypermobility #neurodivergence

[Stolen from @SEDSConnective on the birdsite.]

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#AuDHD

@actuallyautistic

I am considered buying a weighted blanket, as I have heard many find them extremely beneficial. However, I have a few questions and wish to consult the autistic hive mind. So please only reply if autistic, with actual experience of this.

I have COPD and getting too hot in the night, isn't good for my chest. So how hot do these things get?

I am also a very restless sleeper and move a lot in the night. Not being able to do this, tends to not do me any favours. So, how restrictive is that weight upon you.

Lastly, how thin are they? Because I am a snuggler and like a decent amount of material to do that.

Any other remarks and comments, would be welcome, as would boosting for reach.

#Autism
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#AskingAutistics

"Advertising falls flat with autistic people."

Does anyone have ideas as to why?

🤔

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#Neurodivergent
#AuDHD

Subject: Disadvantages of an autism diagnosis,

#AskingAutistics, esp if you've experience of seeking, getting, or considering getting, a diagnosis, for self and/or child.

Are there disadvantages of having a diagnosis, in your view?

Anything at all!

Reposts appreciated too ☺️