If you are autistic, you have likely heard of autistic burnout - it's widely talked about in autistic communities and on social media. Currently, autistic burnout is not formally defined in any diagnostic manuals - you cannot be diagnosed with autistic burnout by your doctor. However, it is a term which is frequently used by autistic people to describe a shared experience with a common set of symptoms.

A brief explainer of person-first versus identity-first language in relation to neurodivergence.

The Christmas season often brings joy and celebration, but for many neurodivergent people, it can also mean facing overwhelming change and stress. Disruption of routines, increased social demands, and sensory overload pose unique festive challenges. In this post, I'll explore some practical strategies for neurodivergent people to help manage these difficulties during the holiday period.