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More Than Quirky

Empowering neurodivergent people through understanding and conversation

More Than Quirky logo with Infinity symbol blending with the Q

Quirky Infinity logo Empowering neurodivergent people through understanding and conversation

validation

The Art of Validation

In any healthy relationship, feeling heard is so significant. In a relationship with a neurodivergent person – particularly an autistic person – it is crucial. Autistic people frequently feel misunderstood, unheard, and as though masking or neurotypical behaviour is the only way for them to communicate adequately. If they want their needs met, they need to express them in a neurotypical way, or expect nothing. Outdated explanations of autism indicated that autistic people struggle with[…]

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