I understand people might need formal diagnosis for a number of reasons. I do want to share this however as a note of warning, that a record of neurodivergence can be weaponized by governments.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/22/rfk-jr-autism-nih
My goodness are transparent n95 masks a thing?
I have no hearing disorder but a part of my neurological impairment is auditory processing issues. I almost always need some sort of augmentation to understand someone- high compression audio (on a PC or phone), subtitles on TV, or reading lips in person.
Masks are a serious impediment to me understanding someone, and while I wouldn't ask someone to be put at risk of illness, it can be physically painful for me to listen to someone wearing a mask!
If there was an option where I could give someone a mask an option... that would be huge.
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Are labels like autism and ADHD more constraining than liberating? A clinician argues diagnosis has gone too far
7 days.
I lasted 7 days this time.
It wasn’t personal, or course. It was just everything about the way I communicate and who I am.
Just not a fit.
I really thought it was going well this time.
Remember, #AutismAcceptance means accepting people even if you don’t know they’re autistic. Working with them, not cutting them loose. Human beings take time.
Long time ago I read that people with #adhd tend to learn better starting from details, not the general picture. Of course I don't remember what was the piece I was reading and even if it was true or just some cherry-picked babbling, but it kinda resonates with me? No clue, but I would like to read more about that (or rather how tf am I supposed to learn).
Yeah...this is me.
I know few things about a lot of things, but a lot about a few things.
"After years of therapy, journaling, and growth, I’ve finally found clarity in my journey through neurodivergence. This article shares my story, my tools, and my philosophy. For anyone walking a similar path—you are not alone."
#MentalHealth #Neurodivergence #Leadership #DLeonDantes #Healing
Here’s a specific question:
A friend has an autistic son about age 11. One of his special interests is building his own computers from parts. But he’s just hit the upper limit of what he can figure out on his own.
Where would you look for support? Ideally like a computer hobbyist / maker / nerd who could consult with this child and help him along? Like a build-your-own-PC tutor?
Back in the day there were “computer clubs” like the famous Homebrew Computer Club. I’m not even sure if groups like that exist anymore. 
Thank you!
Dammit! I always find the memes that are so damn relatable!
This is me.
Normal brain: I can do anything I put my mind to.
ADHD brain: I can put my mind on anything, and do!
ADHD logic is needing everything visible but hating the look of clutter.
@hzulla @Fuchskind And that #blind kid who got told "don't do X thing, people will think you're autistic" may have *actuallyautistic@a.gup.pe* been autistic. Not all #blindAutistics necessarily look like the classic autistic look either. Some of us look perfectly normal, and believe me when I say that some of us normal-looking #blind #autistics have spent a *bunch* of energy maintaining that normal appearance because it was expected, but are paying for it now.
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#ActuallyAutistic #NeurodivergentBlind #Autistic #Neurodivergent #Neurodivergence @actuallyautistic
True ADHD story…
For a good hour I was working on consolidating the tabs in my browser.
I closed lots of them. But when I finished there were actually more than when I began.
People always say ADHD is a superpower. It some ways it is. But in other ways it’s a lot of WTF moments.
The sketch at 14.43.
I think we're supposed to think that Rich is rude and Sam is being treated badly, but I can't see it like that. Rich obviously had a plan to only meet Andy, and Sam is just imposing himself on Rich when he's told no.
I mean Rich could have been more tactful and polite, definitely, but Sam should have just taken no for an answer! Also, I think yes the world would be better if people were more honest!
What do you think?
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme - Series 5 - Episode 2
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/b06vmzdy
Transcript here (look for wrong friend)
https://j-f-s-p.livejournal.com/7440.html
