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Eight Ways Autistic People Socialize, According to My Psychologist

Knowing these things has made it a lot easier to recognize myself as autistic.

Jun 28, 2024

Eight Ways Autistic People Socialize, According to My Psychologist

Jun 28, 2024

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My Understanding of Autism Has Radically Changed

Or, why I find it hard to discuss autism with most people.

May 16, 2024

My Understanding of Autism Has Radically Changed

May 16, 2024

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Is My Sensitive Child Autistic? A Gentle Guide for Wondering Parents

Some common signs you might notice.

6d ago

Is My Sensitive Child Autistic? A Gentle Guide for Wondering Parents

6d ago

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AuDHD “Aha!” Moment: I Think I’ve Been Masking My Delayed Processing

It took 37 years for me to question whether my impulsive real-time communication style might be masking my slower processing speed.

Apr 24

AuDHD “Aha!” Moment: I Think I’ve Been Masking My Delayed Processing

Apr 24

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On Authority, Autonomy, and What Our Kids Really Need

If only parenting were that simple

Apr 10

On Authority, Autonomy, and What Our Kids Really Need

Apr 10

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Yes, Autism and ADHD Diagnoses Are On the Rise — But That’s Not a Problem

Or, why RFK Jr. is wrong to stoke fears about neurodivergence.

Feb 10

Yes, Autism and ADHD Diagnoses Are On the Rise — But That’s Not a Problem

Feb 10

On Santa and My Mortality

My daughter asked if Santa was real.

Jan 3

Jan 3

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I’m Becoming My Own Neurodivergent Parenting Guru

How I’m learning to trust my own neurodivergent parenting process in a world of experts and influencers

Dec 21, 2024

I’m Becoming My Own Neurodivergent Parenting Guru

Dec 21, 2024

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How Being a Neurodivergent Mom Is Helping Me Cope With Trump

Photo credit: Alan Retratos

Nov 8, 2024

How Being a Neurodivergent Mom Is Helping Me Cope With Trump

Nov 8, 2024

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Could You Be Both ADHD and Autistic?

If ADHD or autism alone doesn’t adequately explain your internal experience, AuDHD might be the answer.

Oct 17, 2024

Could You Be Both ADHD and Autistic?

Oct 17, 2024

Charlotte Hill, PhD

Charlotte Hill, PhD

Reflections on motherhood, neurodiversity, self-discovery, and what makes for a good life.

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