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Embracing neurodiversity blogs
Discover resources for various neurodivergent identities and embrace how you can join Blue Sky Learning to create a world that celebrates every mind.
Myths About Accommodations: Debunking Misconceptions About Neurodivergent Support
When you think of the word “accommodations,” what first comes to mind for you? Perhaps you see a lowering of expectations or an unfair advantage. But the truth is that accommodations are essential tools for neurodivergent individuals because they help to remove barriers and promote equity. They are more than checkboxes on a form or a bureaucratic obligation for an organization. For neurodivergent and disabled individuals, accommodations allow for access, dignity, and inclus
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Oct 149 min read
Understanding Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) in Neurodivergent Adults: Symptoms, Causes & Strategies for Healing
Do you feel constantly on edge, struggle to trust others, or experience intense emotions that feel unmanageable? You may be living with complex PTSD (C-PTSD). This guide explains C-PTSD, its overlap with neurodivergence, common symptoms, and strategies for healing—including trauma-informed therapy, grounding techniques, and Spoon Theory. Start your journey toward safety, self-trust, and emotional regulation today.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Oct 1313 min read
Difficulty with Transitions: Supporting Flexibility in Autistic Adults
Routine isn’t about stubbornness. It’s a coping mechanism. Predictability helps reduce stress, regulate the nervous system, and free up mental energy for daily life. Differences in sensory processing, executive functioning, communication, and focus can make transitions feel especially overwhelming.
Neurodiversity-affirming strategies can support autistic adults in navigating change while honoring their unique brains.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Oct 98 min read
ADHD and Sleep Challenges: Why Falling Asleep Is Harder Than It Should Be
Sleep is often a challenge for adults with ADHD due to racing thoughts, irregular sleep-wake cycles, sensory sensitivities, and emotional dysregulation. Explore the science, common sleep disorders, and strategies to improve sleep quality with neurodiversity-affirming therapy and coaching.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Oct 610 min read
Autistic Joy: Celebrating Special Interests
Autistic special interests are not just hobbies. They are pathways to joy, learning, and identity. Explore the science behind special interests, common misconceptions, and strategies for embracing passions in everyday life with neurodiversity-affirming support.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Sep 197 min read
ADHD and Hormones: How Puberty, Menstrual Cycles, and Perimenopause Impact Symptoms
Hormonal fluctuations can intensify ADHD symptoms in women, AFAB, trans, and nonbinary individuals. Learn how puberty, menstrual cycles, and menopause influence focus, emotion, and executive function, and discover neurodiversity-affirming strategies to support daily life.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Sep 168 min read
ADHD in Women and AFAB (Assigned Female at Birth) Individuals
ADHD often looks different in women and AFAB individuals, leading to missed diagnoses and internalized struggles. Learn signs, coping strategies, and neurodiversity-affirming supports for home, school, and work.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Sep 1511 min read
Remote Work as a Reasonable Accommodation for Neurodivergent Individuals
Remote work can help neurodivergent employees manage sensory challenges, reduce burnout, and work effectively. Explore workplace accommodations, flexible policies, and neurodiversity-affirming strategies for employees and employers.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Sep 810 min read
Navigating Back to School as a Neurodivergent Student
Neurodivergent students often experience anxiety when returning to school. This guide explores signs of school-related stress, sensory and focus challenges, after-school restraint collapse, and neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help students manage anxiety and succeed.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Aug 218 min read
Autism in Women and AFAB (Assigned female at birth) individuals
Autistic women and AFAB individuals are often overlooked due to masking, subtle social differences, and stereotypes. This blog explores unique traits, challenges of late diagnosis, and strategies for support, empowerment, and self-acceptance through a neurodiversity-affirming lens.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Aug 199 min read
Time Agnosia: What It Is, Why It’s Not Laziness, and How to Cope
Time agnosia, or ‘time blindness,’ is common in ADHD and affects how tasks, deadlines, and routines are perceived. Hidden challenges often look like chronic lateness or procrastination but stem from executive dysfunction. Discover strategies, tools, and self-compassion practices to navigate life when time feels unpredictable.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Aug 159 min read
Autism Doesn’t Have a Look: What People Don’t See
Autism is often misunderstood due to masking and stereotypes. Many autistic adults hide social, sensory, and emotional challenges beneath the surface. Explore the realities beyond myths and learn strategies for self-acceptance, coping, and thriving.
Kaitlyn Boudreault
Aug 88 min read
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