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Navigating Workplace Accommodations Without Disclosing Neurodivergence
Not everyone feels safe or ready to disclose neurodivergence at work - and that’s okay. In an ideal world, we’d all be working in roles,...
Jun 104 min read
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Celebrating Neuroaffirming Hairdressers: Why We Are So Thankful For All That You Do
Discover how neuroaffirming hairdressers support sensory-sensitive and neurodivergent clients through respectful, flexible and consent-based salon practices. Learn what inclusive hairdressing looks like and why it matters.
Jun 42 min read
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Bored, Stretched Thin or Depressed? Making Sense of Low Energy States as a Neurodivergent Person
For many neurodivergent folks (NDs), experiencing low motivation, exhaustion or emotional flatness can be a regular part of life. But...
May 274 min read
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Neuro-Affirming Dietitians | Celebrating NDA Professionals
In our Celebrating Neuro-Affirming Professionals Series, each resource spotlights a different profession making a difference in the...
May 203 min read
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New Special Interests Don't Have to Break Your Bank: Here's How
Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) For many neurodivergent individuals (NDs), a new special interest can feel like an...
May 134 min read
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Speech Pathologists | The Celebrating Neuro-Affirming Professionals Series
In our Celebrating Neuro-Affirming Professionals Series, each resource spotlights a different profession making a difference in the...
May 63 min read
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Alexithymia & Romantic Relationships: Understanding Emotional Disconnect & Connection
By Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Alexithymia, or difficulty identifying and describing one's own emotions in real time, can present...
Apr 291 min read
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Behind the Scenes at NAPAA: Celebrating Our Directory Launch!
After countless cups of coffee, endless late nights and plenty of heartfelt moments, we're thrilled to finally announce: the NAPAA...
Apr 152 min read
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Navigating Love After Social Exhaustion: How to Maintain Connection When Your Energy is Drained
Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) For many humans, especially neurodivergent (ND) individuals, social energy isn’t a constant...
Apr 85 min read
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Empowering Neurodivergent Children: The Crucial Role of Early Body Safety and Consent Education
Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Trigger Alert: This article discusses topics related to sexual safety and abuse, which may...
Apr 24 min read
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Daylight Saving and Neurodivergence: What You Need to Know
Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo For those fortunate enough to not really need to know what it is (hello, northern half of Australia),...
Mar 253 min read
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Pain Perception in Neurodivergent Individuals: When Pain Signals Get Scrambled
Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Understanding the Neurodivergent Pain Experience Pain is something that most of us would...
Mar 185 min read
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Gatekeeping Neuro-Affirming Practice: Who Gets to Decide?
Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (NAPAA Director • Autistic ADHDer • Fellow Human) The neurodivergent community deserves choice, autonomy,...
Mar 105 min read
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Living with Auditory Processing Difficulties: A Personal Journey
Written by: Kanaka Sundhoro (NAPAA CTO) What It’s Like to Process Sounds Differently If you ever talk to me, chances are, my first...
Mar 45 min read
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“I Thought ADHD Meds Would Make Me Less Impulsive — Why Am I More Blunt Than Ever?”
Disclaimer: This article is intended to provide a possible perspective to support reflection and insight-building on individual...
Feb 275 min read
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When Words Don’t Cooperate: Navigating Verbal Communication Struggles as a Neurodivergent Psychologist
Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Verbal communication is a central part of my work as a psychologist. I spend my days...
Feb 225 min read
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Understanding Dyspraxia or Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), commonly known as dyspraxia, is a...
Feb 163 min read
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Hyper-Independence is a Complex Trauma Response
Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Hyper-independence is a response to complex trauma. Many neurodivergent individuals (NDs)...
Feb 143 min read
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How to Create Neuro-Inclusive Office Spaces
Workplaces are increasingly recognising the importance of diversity and inclusion, yet neurodivergent (ND) employees often face barriers...
Feb 93 min read
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