The Divergent Voice

By: NeuroSpark Health

Asperger’s disorder is no longer used as a clinical diagnosis, but prior to the DSM-5 in 2013, Asperger’s disorder differed from autism in 4 ways. 

By: NeuroSpark Health

Starting your journey of pursuing an autism diagnosis can be overwhelming and it is often difficult to find a knowledgeable and affirming provider. The step-by-step instructions below will guide you to getting the answers you deserve.

By: Dani Rodwell

Autistics and ADHDers often have an extremely tough time with task switching. 

By: Dr. Julie Landry

Autism (also referred to as autism spectrum disorder or ASD by those working from a deficit-based model) is a neurodevelopmental condition that is often diagnosed in childhood.

By: Dani Rodwell

AuDHD Assessment. AuDHD test. AuDHD test online… and one of my personally-used favorites, “AuDHD reddit.”

By: NeuroSpark Health

Stimming is a behavior that helps many autistic people, but it is experienced differently for each person. Common stimming examples do not apply to everyone.

By: NeuroSpark Health

When you discuss your physical, emotional, and mental concerns with a medical professional, you’re hoping (and assuming) that they will provide answers to your problems and help you improve them. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon to visit a healthcare provider and have your experiences misunderstood and invalidated.

By: NeuroSpark Health

Many of our multiply-neurodivergent clients come to us with questions about how to differentiate their autism traits and ADHD traits. It can be confusing for them to clearly understand both the overlap and the differences between autism and ADHD, as the lived AuDHD experience is multifaceted.

By: NeuroSpark Health

Vocal stimming can refer to any sort of noise made with the mouth or throat, including saying words and phrases as well as repeatedly making sounds. 

By: NeuroSpark Health

Society has painted a pretty limited view over the years of autistic stimming. One of the most common mainstream images of stimming is a person who is autistic rocking back and forth, almost in a state of trance.

By: NeuroSpark Health

So, is autism a disability? To be honest, it’s tricky and it deserves a much more nuanced conversation. Yes, the technical answer is that autism is a disability. 

By: NeuroSpark Health

Our understanding of autism continues to evolve as we learn more about how autism came to be recognized as a spectrum.

By: Dani Rodwell

For neurodivergent people, traveling often requires even more extensive planning and preparation.

By: NeuroSpark Health

The full impact of autistic masking is not yet publicly understood and continues to be studied, but many actually autistic people have been sharing about their masking experiences, which is incredibly validating for the rest of the community.

By: NeuroSpark Health

NeuroSpark Health shares how autism is diagnosed, autism characteristics, and strategies that can help you work through associated challenges.

By: Dani Rodwell

Are you an autistic person with ADHD who struggles with routines? NeuroSpark Health’s Dani Rodwell reveals how her autism and ADHD affect her routines.

By: Dani Rodwell

these points were brought forward by the Medical Student Section, even if it was highly amended by Reference Committee G before moving forward to the full House of Delegates, is still a huge step in the right direction.

By: NeuroSpark Health

At-home autism-affirming therapy can be a valuable resource to autistic people in a range of situations. Learn about benefits like specialist access.

By: NeuroSpark Health

Autism coaching can be a valuable resource for autistic people looking for guidance and support.

By: NeuroSpark Health

Self-discovery is an important part of life, and it can continue well into adulthood. If you have asked yourself the question “Do I have autism?,” you may be on the path to discovering more about your identity.