Posts Tagged ‘Neurodivergence’
The Hidden Struggles of Highly Sensitive People: Illness, Medications, and Self Care || By Annabelle Denmark LPC
Being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) means experiencing the world on a deeper level—physically, emotionally, and mentally. Dr. Elaine Aron, in The Highly Sensitive Person, describes HSPs as having a finely tuned nervous system that makes them more reactive to their surroundings. This sensitivity can be both a strength and a challenge, especially when it…
Read MoreBaking Sourdough Bread as an ADHDer || By Annabelle Denmark LPC
(Bonus: ADHD-Friendly Recipe at the End!) I was born and raised in France, where fresh, crusty bread is a daily staple. There’s nothing quite like the smell of a well-baked loaf, with its crispy golden crust and airy crumb. After years of struggling to find good bread where I live, I decided to take matters…
Read MoreHoliday Gift Ideas for Neurodivergent Adults (or Yourself!) || By Annabelle Denmark LPCC
Running out of ideas? Here is a list that may inspire you! The holidays are a time for giving, receiving, and creating moments of joy—and what better way to do that than with gifts that truly meet the needs of your loved ones? If you or someone you care about is an adult with ADHD,…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Correlation Between Neurodivergence and Addiction: A Focus on Food and Substance Dependence || By Annabelle Denmark LPCC
Important: This blog entry is based on patterns that I have noticed in the population I work with, readings, and my personal experience. The data is consequently not based on scientific research. Furthermore, every person will have a different experience, and there is no claim here on what is to be expected or not. Please…
Read MoreSensory Sensitivity: Discovering What Sensory Sensitivity Looks Like Newly Diagnosed || By Deanna Edwards, ACP Intern at People House
“My senses are just a bit more sensitive than most people’s. It’s like living in a world where you’re wearing glasses with the wrong prescription. Everything’s a bit off.” – Temple Grandin Recently, I’ve been exploring a fascinating topic during my therapy sessions: sensory sensitivity. It’s where individuals have a heightened awareness and responsiveness to…
Read MoreEmbracing My Neurodivergent Journey: A Tale of Identity, ADHD,and Psychoeducation || By Deanna Edwards, ACP Intern at People House
“There are billions of us—humans everywhere, with access to our own minds and no one else’s, tossing one another’s songs and sentences to bridge the gap.” – Annie Kotowicz. That’s the journey I decided to undertake—to delve into my neurodivergent identity through writing this post and reaching others. As I sit in my living room,…
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