Tag: ADHD
The Sensory Overload Battle: ADHD vs. Autism – What’s the Difference?
Introduction Sensory overload is a struggle for many neurodivergent individuals, but it doesn’t manifest the same way in everyone. Both autism (ASD) and ADHD involve sensory processing differences, yet the way each condition interacts with sensory input can be vastly
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Why ADHD and Autism Are Not ‘New’—Society Is Just Catching Up
If ADHD & Autism Have Always Existed, Why Do They Seem So ‘New’? You’ve heard it before: “Back in my day, kids weren’t autistic. ADHD wasn’t a thing. We just had discipline!”—Yet history tells a different story. The truth is,
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ASD, ADHD, or Both? The Overlapping Symptoms That Confuse Everyone
Introduction ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) are two distinct neurodevelopmental conditions. Yet, they share so many overlapping traits that diagnosing one without missing the other can be a real challenge. Many individuals are misdiagnosed, go undiagnosed for
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ADHD and Autism: Understanding the Differences and Overlaps
Neurodiversity is a vast and intricate spectrum, with conditions like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) being two of the most discussed yet often misunderstood. While they are distinct diagnoses, they share overlapping traits, leading to
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Understanding ADHD: More Than Just an Attention Problem
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is more than just a difficulty in paying attention. It is a complex neurodevelopmental condition affecting brain management functions, making organization, focus, and impulse control challenging. Formerly known as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), the term
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