Unmasking within the couple relationship
Years spent masking – suppressing stims, forcing eye contact, and silencing intense special interests – create a facade that allows neurodiverse people to navigate a world built for neurotypical (NT) minds
Years spent masking – suppressing stims, forcing eye contact, and silencing intense special interests – create a facade that allows neurodiverse people to navigate a world built for neurotypical (NT) minds
I was recently asked a heart-wrenching question by a client: “When is enough enough?” Such a simple question, with so much conflict and emotional weight within.
Neurodivergence, encompassing conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, is often obscured by harmful misconceptions that perpetuate stigma and misunderstanding.
Small gestures are the building blocks of emotional intimacy. They communicate, more powerfully than any grand pronouncements, that you see your partner, you value them, and you are invested in their well-being.
Inequality can arise from a variety of factors, including differing expectations, communication styles, and varying levels of emotional labour.
John Legend’s soulful ballad, “All of Me,” captures the intoxicating euphoria of early love. But for neurodivergent (ND) individuals, this all-consuming experience can be both a blessing and a challenge. The song reminds me of many stories my clients tell me about their relationships.
Late diagnosis of ADHD or AS in adulthood can be a source of intense retrospective grief and resentment. How could it have been overlooked?
Here are 5 relationship strategies that you can put into practice in 2025. Make your goals relational and watch it transform your life.
When I first started working with neurodivergent diagnoses a decade ago, little was known about the co-occurrences we can identify today. Here we look at what conditions can co-occur with ADHD and AS, and how understanding this can be helpful.
The festive season can often be a minefield for neurodivergent individuals. However, with planning it’s possible to navigate it with grace.