Living Neurodivergence

Autism

The Barriers to an Adult Diagnosis of Autism

Katie Rose Guest Pryal J.D., Ph.D. on November 25, 2023

There is a “lost generation” of undiagnosed autistic adults. They face many barriers to a formal diagnosis. Self-diagnosis is a valid alternative to a formal diagnosis.

There is a “lost generation” of undiagnosed autistic adults. They face many barriers to a formal diagnosis. Self-diagnosis is a valid alternative to a formal diagnosis.

Autism

Accommodations and Accessibility: What's the Difference?

Katie Rose Guest Pryal J.D., Ph.D. on November 6, 2023

Accommodations and accessibility are two different models for including neurodivergent people in our society—but they are not the same thing. Accessibility is the better way.

Accommodations and accessibility are two different models for including neurodivergent people in our society—but they are not the same thing. Accessibility is the better way.

Neurodiversity

What Does Neurodiversity Mean Today?

Katie Rose Guest Pryal J.D., Ph.D. on September 9, 2023

The word "neurodiversity” was invented in the context of autism, but its usage today is more generous. There are many ways to be neurodivergent.

The word "neurodiversity” was invented in the context of autism, but its usage today is more generous. There are many ways to be neurodivergent.

Career

Should You Disclose Your Neurodivergence at Work?

Katie Rose Guest Pryal J.D., Ph.D. on July 26, 2023

Disclosing neurodivergence at work can be risky, so only do so if you feel safe and comfortable. It's a personal decision.

Disclosing neurodivergence at work can be risky, so only do so if you feel safe and comfortable. It's a personal decision.

Autism

Making Sense of the Past as a Late-Diagnosed Autistic Adult

Katie Rose Guest Pryal J.D., Ph.D. on July 22, 2023

A Personal Perspective: I was diagnosed with autism in my adult life. People diagnosed in later life often have lingering trauma from bullying and lack of support.

A Personal Perspective: I was diagnosed with autism in my adult life. People diagnosed in later life often have lingering trauma from bullying and lack of support.