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If you have ADHD, your morning may already involve a small arsenal: six alarms set three minutes apart, one across the room, one under the pillow, and a phone you somehow silenced in your sleep with no memory of doing it. And still, some mornings, none of them work. When a normal alarm keeps failing … read more
As a service provider and parent coach, I don’t go many sessions without mentioning how important consistency is for neurodivergent learners. It’s one of my most popular (and potent) strategies for parents, teachers, and family members – but it’s often the one that gets brushed aside. Let’s be honest—consistency is not always glamorous. It’s not … read more
Did you know that nearly 70% of teens experience academic stress, from the pressure to perform well on homework and on exams to competing with their peers. A recent survey found that many teens under school pressure report trouble sleeping, anxiety, and difficulty concentrating. These challenges can be intensified during the transition to high school. … read more
I once heard a client say, “mornings and my ADHD go together like oil and water—no matter how hard you try, they just don’t mix.” If hitting snooze 10 times, forgetting where you put your keys, and running out the door half-dressed sounds familiar, you’re not alone. There are a myriad of reasons why neurodivergent … read more
Have you ever tried to start a new habit, only to forget about it after a few days? Truth is, building new habits can be hard unless you use a simple trick to help you change up your daily routine. Habit stacking helps you build new habits by linking them to ones you already have, … read more
Balancing academic responsibilities and a real social life is a challenge for any student. For neurodivergent learners, it can tip into feeling overwhelming. That is especially true when executive function is part of the picture. Organizing, keeping track of time, and holding a steady routine all take more effort, so the usual “just manage your … read more
As a classroom teacher or parent, it can be difficult to fit in practice with executive functioning skills along with all the other skills that your neurodivergent teen or young adult is currently working on. Yet without also prioritizing executive functioning skills like time management, organization, and problem-solving, your teen is likely to hit barriers. … read more
Transitions can be challenging for anyone, but for autistic individuals, they can be particularly difficult. Transitions can be tough for any child, but for teens and young adults with autism, they can be especially challenging. If you’re a caregiver or support person for an adult with autism, you may have noticed that transitions, or moving … read more
If you’re looking for an effective way to enhance daily routines and support individuals with different abilities, visual schedules and supports should be one of the first places to start. Among all the evidence-based interventions for neurodivergent individuals, visual schedules has shown to be effective, present minimal risks, and can be completely customized to each … read more
Adequate sleep each night is critical to ensure we not only have sufficient energy the next day, but also optimal health. Sleep allows for the body to recharge from the previous day, boost our metabolism, and perform various brain functions such as removing toxins. Lack of Sleep We all know that when we don’t get … read more