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A few of my favourite things as a neurodivergent adult.
Some of my favourite things to help me in my everyday life as a neurodivergent adult.
Those with neurodivergent conditions such as autism, ADHD and anxiety often suffer with issues which are hidden to others and we use masking to cope, particularly in public. However, this can become exhausting and lead to debilitating burnout. Fortunately, there are tools and schemes available nowadays to help neurodivergent individuals of all ages to cope with everyday life which are subtle and not too conspicuous.
I thought it would be a good idea to make a list of my favourites that I cannot live without as an adult with autism.
Astrid: Murder in Paris - TV detective series
I am regularly on the lookout for something to watch which reflects neurodivergence. Recently, a friend recommended a Walter Presents detective series called Astrid: Murder in Paris about an autistic archivist and I’m hooked. Don’t be put off by the subtitles!
World Autism Acceptance Week
World Autism Acceptance Week is an annual event planned around Autism Acceptance Day on 2nd April each year. Interestingly, the event was formerly called Autism Awareness Week but was renamed in 2021 as a better term for inclusion.