Autism Is Not a Brand: The Hidden Dangers of Turning Difference into a Product
Autism is increasingly being packaged and sold under the banner of representation. This blog explores the dangers of profiting from autism, particularly when narrow portrayals of autistic girls risk shaping identity, increasing masking, and causing real harm to children.
ADHD and Autism: Different Ways the Brain Regulates Action, Attention, and Emotion
ADHD and autism aren’t behaviour problems. They are differences in how the brain regulates starting, stopping, switching, and emotion. This blog explains those differences in a clear, compassionate way for parents and adults trying to understand themselves.
Dismantling the Myth: Why Neurodivergent Diagnosis Helps Children, Not Harms Them
Many claim that neurodivergent diagnoses “label” children unnecessarily — but this misunderstanding harms children far more than the diagnosis ever could. In this post, I dismantle the myth that identifying ADHD or autism is negative, and explain why recognition and understanding are essential for a child’s wellbeing, identity, and development.
The Hidden Risks of Undiagnosed ADHD and Autism
Many autistic and ADHD individuals go years without recognition. This article explains what happens when neurodiversity is missed—covering mental health, safety risks, education, behaviour and why early psychoeducation changes everything.
Understanding Autism in Girls: Recognising Distinct Signs and Supporting Neurodivergent Youth
Autism in girls is misunderstood and frequently overlooked. This blog explains the unique signs and offers clear support strategies for families.
Executive Functioning: The Missing Piece in Both Autism and ADHD
This blog explores why executive functioning differences are central to daily struggles, behaviour, and learning in autism and ADHD.