Just Diagnosed as a Teen? What a Late Neurodivergent Diagnosis Can Mean (and How to Support Your Teenager)
If your teenager has recently been diagnosed with autism, ADHD, dyslexia or another neurodivergent condition, you might be feeling a lot at once. Relief, worry, and a long list of “what now?” questions are all common. If you’re a teen reading this yourself, welcome. This one is for you too. Getting a neurodivergent diagnosis in […]
Autistic Masking in Teens and Young Adults: When “Coping” Comes at a Cost
For some autistic young adults, getting through the day can involve a lot more effort than other people realise. They might seem confident at university, capable at work, comfortable in social situations or completely independent at home. They might know how to make eye contact, make small talk, follow workplace expectations and appear to “fit […]