12/17/2024
🧠autism and high sensitivity are traits that are sometimes misunderstood, confused, even conflated, but they have distinct descriptions. that said, i have noticed that they continue to evolve and some, like myself, feel that both apply.
🔎 after getting an AuDHD diagnosis last April, i thought it worthwhile to discuss what can feel like a blurry line between high sensitivity and autism. it is perhaps why i have found myself not quite fitting in in a couple of sensitive communities.
🫶i explored this topic in a discussion with some who identify with these traits and grew my understanding even more deeply.
if you’re curious about these forms of neurodiversity, please have a listen. if you know someone wrestling with their neurodivergent identity, please pass it along. i’m finding hearing a wide range of perspectives enlightening and hope you do, too.
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