Because ADHD is an executive function disorder, it is critically important for the goal to be immediately detectable by an external sense (sight, sound, smell, touch, etc.)
Highly Aware versus Shy or Afraid
The language we use reflects our culture. In some cultures, instead of saying somebody is too sensitive or shy, they might say the person has high levels of awareness or understanding, or that they’re reflective (Aron, 15-17). Instead of telling somebody they are “too sensitive,” would we say “you’re too aware?” You just understand too… (—Read more—)
Reframing Autism Research
The following is a segment from an interview and conversation with Tamra Skye and Cass Keith. In this, they explore the bias and framing in Autism research; a positive example of a research study that took a different approach; and the need to have more Autistic researchers involved. — The above content is in… (—Read more—)
Homeschooling: What About Socialization?
The above is a segment from an interview with Tamra Skye and Cassaundra Keith. Learn more about the Homeschool Quickstart class, which includes a section called Socialization and The “Real World.”
Stimming and Soothing
Stimming is a natural human thing to do. We often rock a baby to offer comfort, and people enjoy sitting in rocking chairs and swings. Sometimes people will rock gently back and forth while sitting or standing. Other ways people stim are jiggling a foot, twirling hair, clicking a pen, or drumming their fingers on… (—Read more—)