Resources

Our AuDHD kids didn't come with an instruction manual, but a lot has been written, especially in the last ten years, that can help our understanding. 

There is a significant overlap between neurodivergent individuals and those who identify as LGBTQ+. Multiple studies have found that neurodivergent people are more likely to be gender diverse, non-heterosexual, or have non-traditional sexualities and relationship styles.

There are many mental health professionals, authors, podcast personalities and social media influencers that help us understand autism, ADHD, OCD, PDA, and other forms of neurodivergence.

Descriptions and links to websites that explain more about conditions and diagnoses under the umbrella of neurodiversity, including ASD, ADHD, PDA, 2E, OCD, etc.

People with AuDHD are significantly more at risk for hypermobility, dysautonomia, POTS, MCAS-type symptoms, as well as many auto-immune diseases. Treating these conditions improves overall health, stamina, and psychiatric symptoms such as anxiety and depression.

This interactive map lists the contact information for state agencies that provide services for autistic adults through Medicaid waivers and programs for developmental and other disabilities.