Don’t suffer with a bad psychiatrist. If you’re not comfortable, find a new one.

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Some autistic kids may strongly attach to one friend. It can seem possessive, but often it’s really about safety, routine, and fear of losing a trusted connection. 😎

What looks like jealousy is often anxiety.

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Being less critical of others can change your relationships and mindset.

Pause before judging.
Choose empathy over assumptions.
Replace criticism with curiosity.
Focus on the good, not just the flaws.

Often, criticism reflects our stress more than their actions.

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Do you have ADHD and wonder if you might also have OCD? Curious about the overlap and key differences?
Join my free webinar tomorrow at 10 AM Eastern / May 7 with my partners at NOCD, where we’ll break down the connection between ADHD and OCD.
It’s free—link in bio!

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Why do Psychologist or Psychiatrists Say “I think you might be autistic?” Or I think you might have ADHD? 💡

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Adults with autism take a long time to respond because of auditory processing differences. Adults with ADHD don’t respond because they probably didn’t hear you.

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Speaking loudly can be a trait in autism due to sensory differences or social communication challenges. It’s not universal, but many autistic individuals may not notice their volume or use it to manage sensory input. 💡

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Many autistic adults use “scripting” to plan what they’ll say in conversations. It helps manage social challenges, reduce anxiety, and communicate clearly—especially in unpredictable or high-pressure situations.

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Deciding to disclose an autism or ADHD diagnosis as an adult is personal and complex. It can bring understanding, support, and authenticity—but also carries risks like stigma or bias. Consider your reasons, who you tell, and the support you have in place.

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Yes! Autistic people often write differently from neurotypical writers—focusing on clarity, detail, and special interests, sometimes with unique tone or style, while social nuances may be less emphasized. 💡

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Autism levels 1, 2, and 3 differ by support needs and severity—Level 1: some support, Level 2: substantial support, Level 3: very substantial support.💡

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Why do psychologists and psychiatrists say, “I think you might be autistic” or “you might have ADHD”? Let’s break it down.

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Is your teen struggling to thrive? Or a young adult feeling stuck at home, overwhelmed by fear? You’re not alone. An entire generation felt the impact of COVID.

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Let's bring back the fanny pack as a tool for adults with💡

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ADHD burnout is more than stress—it’s deep exhaustion. Learn the signs and start your recovery today: buff.ly/zdiGNxW 💡

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Neurodivergent adults & routines:

Autism: Routines = predictability, less anxiety.
ADHD: Routines = challenge, start small & stay flexible.
AUDHD: Crave structure + novelty—find what works for your brain

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How do you end therapy as a client? It’s often an uncomfortable often talked about dilemma between client and therapist. I’m interested to know your thoughts. 💡

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Would you choose a human therapist—or an AI Taylor Swift therapist? New research shows people enjoy talking to AI and value its support. Are human therapists still the future?

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Here’s a great ADHD tip from Lisa Woodruff of Organizing 365: spend just 10 minutes a day decluttering your home—but focus on one specific area at a time. Small, consistent wins make a big difference.

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Do you have a teenager struggling to thrive? Or maybe a young adult that is home all day and can’t launch because of they’re overwhelmed by their fears. I believe an entire generation was negatively affected by Covid.

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Many autistic adults use “scripting” to plan conversations, helping them communicate clearly and reduce anxiety. 💡

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Autistic people often find phone conversations challenging due to sensory sensitivities, cognitive load, and differences in social processing linked to autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

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ADHD productivity tip: paste any website link into your favorite AI and ask for a quick summary or bullet-point highlights to make information easier to digest.

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Special interests are intense passions that provide comfort, focus, and a strong sense of self.

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If you’re neurodivergent, stop people-pleasing. In 2026, choose yourself—because if you don’t, someone else will.

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Did you watch episodes of iCarly or Friends trying to understand how Neurotypical people interacted? A lot of autistic people did this.

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Let's bring back the fanny pack as a tool for adults with ADHD.💡

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If you’re neurodivergent with ADHD or autism, you’re probably a recovering people pleaser like me. In 2026, put your needs first, because if you don’t, someone else will, and they won’t have you in mind.

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Nail picking or skin picking is a repetitive behavior or stim common in neurodivergent adults. In fact, it’s one of the diagnostic criteria for autism. I’m not diagnosing this person. Note: I’m just using this as an example.

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There are four anecdotal clues you might be autistic, and not ADHD. I’m a clinical psychologist testing adults for autism and ADHD every day and I see these clues in the autistic adults.

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