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Empowering neurodivergent people through understanding and conversation

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Opening Christmas Gifts

When people speak of the true spirit of generosity, they talk about selflessness and the act of giving without expecting anything in return. That’s the moral high ground, right? It’s what we teach our kids. It’s what we praise and aspire to. So why is it that so many adults harshly judge children who open gifts at Christmas or on birthdays, and don’t respond in a particular way? Why are neurodivergent kids with traits such[…]

Alexithymia: Emotion Processing Complications

Some people, particularly neurodivergent people, can find it difficult to recognise or name emotions.  Alexithymia is an inability (or reduced ability) to describe or identify emotions. It is not a diagnosable condition in itself, but a neuropsychological trait. It is sometimes referred to emotional blindness.  Different Presentations Alexithymia does not look the same for all people who experience it. For some people it will relate to not being able to connect their physiological responses and[…]

Q&A: Why Does My Child Say They’re Bored?

Q. Why does my kid constantly complain about being bored even when we are busy? Mum of girl aged 5-8 A. It’s a really interesting that this question should come through this week, as I have had this conversation with three separate people in the last five days, including regarding my own Autistic child. One asked about their child frequently “whining” about being bored, walking around the house aimlessly. This usually ends in a meltdown[…]

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