#neurodiversity

Doug reflects on his potential AuDHD diagnosis, noting how it explains past behaviours, such as 'masking' traits. He shares insights from articles and personal experiences, highlighting how medication may help manage symptoms, and discusses the recent rise in awareness of AuDHD.

AuDHD is the co-occurrence of autism and ADHD, where traits can conflict or complement each other, creating a distinctive condition that requires balancing stability and change. The note emphasizes that AuDHD is not a sickness but a discovery of how one's brain works, and that neurodivergent individuals often develop deep insights and creativity through close observation of neurotypical behavior.