Fear and Loathing – Why It’s So Difficult to Face Our Children’s Shortcomings
No parent sets out hoping to confront their child’s struggles. Why is it so hard to face our children’s shortcomings?
Tag: theneuroversity
SURVEY RESULTS: How Do Parents Feel About the Word “Neurodivergent”?
SURVEY RESULTS: How Do Parents Feel About the Word “Neurodivergent”?
When Do We Get to Call Ourselves or Our Children Neurodivergent?
What does Neurodivergent mean? When can we describe our kids as neurodivergent? The language we use to describe our children matters.
Polygenics and ADHD — What South African Parents Should Know
Is there a gene for ADHD? We look at polygenics with relation to ADHD and what parents need to know.
ADHD and Eating Disorders
This article unpacks Binge Eating Disorder (BED) and other eating disorders, how they link to ADHD.
Natural Supplements for ADHD
Discussing natural options — vitamins, minerals, or lifestyle supports — that might help ease ADHD symptoms.
Autism in Girls and Women: Why It’s Often Missed
Autism doesn’t look the same for girls and women. Their traits can be quieter, subtler, or wrapped up in a lot of “masking,” making them harder to spot.
ADHD in Teenagers: How It Differs
Discover how ADHD changes in teenagers: symptoms, risks & medication use
What Causes ADHD?
Discover the causes of ADHD: genetics, brain development, and environmental risk factors. Learn what does—and doesn’t—cause ADHD in children.
The PDA Controversy
A recent review examined the controversy around Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).