Tag: neurodivergent communication

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What Is Spoon Theory? A Guide for Neurodivergent People and Those Around Them

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Spoon theory started in chronic illness communities but has become one of the most useful frameworks in neurodivergent spaces. This article explains where it came from, what it means for autistic and ADHD people specifically, and how to use it practically, both for yourself and for understanding someone in your life who lives with limited, unpredictable energy.

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They’re Not Ignoring You: How to Support Someone Who Struggles with Phone Calls

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If someone you love watches their phone ring and doesn’t pick up, it’s probably not about you. This guide explains why phone calls are genuinely hard for many neurodivergent people, and offers practical, low-effort shifts for partners, friends, family members, and colleagues who want to communicate in a way that actually works.

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