With all the information out there about autism, have you ever wondered what is actually required to get a clinical autism diagnosis? In this post, we will only be discussing the required criteria for autism, according to the DSM-5.

What do sensory sensitivities look like in autistic adults? Can they be both hypersensitive and hyposensitive? What does it look like to be overstimulated as a high-masking adult? In this post, we’ll answer all these questions, as well as discuss tips for autistic people and their loved ones on how to navigate sensory sensitivities.

Are special interests and hyperfixations really that different? In this post, we will explore the potential similarities and differences between special interests and hyperfixations, discuss personal examples from my life (and my husband's), and give both neurodivergent people and their loved ones tips on how to better understand one another when it comes to fixations.