Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo For many neurodivergent individuals (NDs), education isn’t just about learning – it’s about surviving an environment that was never designed with us in mind. When you add cultural expectations and systemic rigidity to the mix, the experience can feel doubly alienating. I was raised and educated in Asia (Malaysia, specifically), where rote learning wasn’t just common – it was the foundation of the entire system. By the time we were in the upper y

Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) For many neurodivergent individuals (NDs), a new special interest can feel like an all-consuming obsession. The excitement and enthusiasm that come with diving into a new hobby or passion are often exhilarating, as we immerse ourselves in something we truly enjoy.  However, as rewarding as these moments can be, they can also come with some financial pitfalls. When a special interest is fleeting, we may find ourselves left with an

Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Jasmine Loo Psychology Understanding Autism Mind Map Often, I dread telling people what I do...

Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a diagnosis has been traditionally thought to be a ‘male’...