Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) When tragic events occur in the world, many parents notice their neurodivergent child becoming deeply distressed — even when the event happened far away, involved people they’ve never met, or was encountered indirectly through news or conversation. This response can be confusing or concerning for carers, particularly when the child’s reaction feels more intense than expected. It’s not uncommon for parents to wonder whether their c

Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Have you ever found yourself totally fixated on someone you’re into - checking your phone every few minutes, imagining entire conversations or future scenarios, and feeling like your mood rises and falls based on whether they’ve noticed you? You’re not just “being dramatic.” You might be experiencing something called limerence  - a very intense and emotionally consuming form of romantic attraction. And if you’re someone with ADHD

By Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Alexithymia, or difficulty identifying and describing one's own emotions in real time, can present unique challenges in romantic relationships — both for the person experiencing it and their partner. In this recorded talk from the Neurodiverse Love Conference , I explore how alexithymia influences communication, emotional intimacy, and relationship dynamics. Whether you're neurodivergent yourself, in a relationship with someone who is, or

Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Trigger Alert: This article discusses topics related to sexual safety and abuse, which may...

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Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Verbal communication is a central part of my work as a psychologist. I spend my days...

Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) Hyper-independence is a response to complex trauma. Many neurodivergent individuals (NDs)...

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’...

Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) The start of Term 4 is a reminder that Christmas and the holiday period are just around the...

Written by: Jasmine K. Y. Loo (Psychologist) What if your most dreaded question is when someone asks you, “How does that make you feel?”...