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Navigating Social Expectations as a Neurodivergent Couple
Socializing is a fundamental part of human life. It fosters connection, builds relationships, and creates shared experiences. For most...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
2 days ago3 min read
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Splitting the Mental Load: Managing Household & Life Responsibilities with Different Processing Styles
Life, as we all know, is a complex balancing act. But for those of us with neurodivergent processing styles—whether that be ADHD, autism,...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
7 days ago3 min read
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How Routines & Predictability Can Strengthen a Neurodivergent Relationship
Relationships, whether romantic, familial, or platonic, are built on trust, understanding, and communication. For neurodivergent...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Mar 213 min read
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The Hidden Struggles of Executive Dysfunction in Neurodivergent Relationships
In today’s world, we’re becoming more aware of neurodivergence and how it impacts individuals in various aspects of their lives. From...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Mar 193 min read
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The Role of Special Interests in Neurodivergent Relationships: Bonding or Barrier
In any relationship, special interests—the deep passions or hobbies that someone dedicates a significant amount of time and energy to—can...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Mar 133 min read
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Misinterpreted Intentions: How Different Processing Styles Lead to Conflict in Neurodivergent Individuals
In a world that values conformity, neurodivergent individuals often face conflict due to differences in how they process and interact...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Mar 63 min read
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Emotional Regulation in Neurodivergent Relationships: When One or Both Partners Struggle
Relationships can be complex, and neurodivergence adds unique emotional regulation challenges. Understanding each other's experiences is...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Feb 252 min read
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When Words Fail: Alternative Ways to Express Love in Neurodivergent Relationships
Love is a universal emotion that transcends cultures and languages, often expressed through words like "I love you." However, for...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Feb 142 min read
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Bridging the Communication Gap: How Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Partners Can Connect
Effective communication is essential in any relationship, but for neurodivergent (ND) and neurotypical (NT) partners, it can come with...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Feb 73 min read
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Fostering Inclusivity: Creating a Safe Environment for Neurodivergent Employees
In today's diverse and dynamic workplace, fostering inclusivity is not just a moral imperative, but also a strategic advantage....
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Jan 233 min read
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Elevating Performance: The Essential Role of Self-Care for Neurodivergent Executives
In today's fast-paced and demanding business world, executives often find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities, navigating...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Jan 213 min read
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Identifying Overwhelm in Neurodivergent Individuals: A Guide to Recognizing the Signs
For many neurodivergent individuals—those with conditions such as ADHD, autism, sensory processing disorder, or others—overwhelm can be a...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Jan 154 min read
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Embracing Neuro-Inclusion: Unlocking the Hidden Potential in Your Company
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, diversity and inclusion have emerged as essential factors for fostering innovation,...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Jan 103 min read
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Newsletter: Building Neuroinclusive Workplaces in the New Year
Welcome to 2024! Let’s Start the Year Inclusively As we move into a new year, let’s consider how workplaces can create environments where...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Jan 64 min read
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Strategies to Decrease Overwhelm and for Neurodivergent Executives to Thrive in the Workplace
In the fast-paced and demanding world of executive leadership, overwhelm is a common challenge that many professionals face. For...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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Emotional Intelligence for Neurodivergent Individuals Living with Pain
Living with chronic pain is a multifaceted challenge, made even more complex when combined with neurodivergent traits like ADHD or...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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Neuroplasticity: Rewiring the Brain to Manage Chronic Pain and Neurodivergent Traits
Neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to rewire and adapt, offers hope for those managing chronic pain and navigating neurodivergent...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Nov 25, 20242 min read
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How Overwhelm Shows Up as Other Emotions: A Common Experience for Neurodivergent Individuals
In our fast-paced world, many people experience overwhelm at some point. It’s that all-consuming feeling of too much happening at once,...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Oct 17, 20244 min read
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Identifying Overwhelm in Neurodivergent Individuals: A Guide to Recognizing the Signs
For many neurodivergent individuals—those with conditions such as ADHD, autism, sensory processing disorder, or others—overwhelm can be a...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Oct 2, 20244 min read
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Understanding the Unique Sensitivities of Highly Sensitive People
1. Different Types of Sensitivity Emotional Sensitivity : Some people are highly sensitive to the emotional energy of others. They can...
Gretchen Pound, PhD
Sep 27, 20243 min read
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