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To be loved is to be seen

And to truly see someone you have to understand how their world actually feels from the inside-out.

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If you love someone who is neurodivergent, whether they are Autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, and feel confused, this is your translation guide. The content here were inspired by the voices of many neurodivergent individuals.
You don’t need to understand everything. You just need to understand a little more than you did yesterday.

I want to...

STEP 1

Intro to neurodivergence

The world is neurodiverse, not nonsingular. These resources help you understand it better.

The world is neurodiverse — not neuro-singular.

AN INTERACTIVE STORY EXPLAINING NEURODIVERSITY

From the solar system, down to a single coral reef, down to the human mind: every living thing thrives in the environment it was built for. This is a short, interactive walk through that idea and what it means for autism, ADHD, and AuDHD.

STEP 2

Reduce shame and internalized biases

Divergent minds are often asked, “What’s wrong with you?”. We ask, “What does your brain need to function well?”

Would you fix an iPhone in an Android store?

Deconstructing how we view different brain wiring.

Would you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree ?

Understanding that ability is contextual

Would you judge a sprinter by their ability to run a marathon ?

Deconstructing the narrative around ADHD focus

STEP 3

Try These Simulations

Behavior makes sense when you understand the system behind it

STEP 4

Check out our visual library...

These visual explainers explain common AU+DHD concepts and terms using an inside-out framework.

Click here to explore the full library.

STEP 4

Challenge old narratives...

The blog where we unpack inherited assumptions about ADHD, autism, and what "normal" actually means.

STEP 5

Re-defining AU+DHD

Examining new definitions of autism, ADHD, and AuDHD.

V. Other Resources

Start With These...

Why you wouldn't take an iphone to an android store.

Deconstructing how we view different brain wiring.

Why you wouldn't judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree

Understanding the environment dependent nrvous system of ADHD & AUTISM

Why you wouldn't judge a sprinter by their ability to run a marathon.

Understanding how ADHD focus-sprints really works.

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⚠️ Educational notice: Learning how your brain works can support self-understanding, reduce shame, and help you advocate for your needs. Educational resources do not replace individualized professional support. For many people, education, therapy, coaching, medication, accommodations, and community support work together. Read the educational disclaimer.

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