4 Myths About OCD That We Are Clearing Up
There are many misconceptions regarding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) that are not only untrue, but these misconceptions can also be very hurtful and disheartening to those who have OCD. If you are someone who lives with, works with, or goes to school with...
6 Myths We’re Clearing Up About Dyslexia
What is it? Dyslexia is a learning differentiation from the norm. Dyslexia causes people to have difficulty identifying speech sounds, which, then affects how they relate the sounds to letters and words. Contrary to popular belief, there is nothing linking Dyslexia to...
4 Myths We’re Clearing Up About ADHD
The internet is absolutely packed full of myths and misconceptions when it comes to different forms of Neurodiversity, and ADHD is no exception. When a lot of people hear the word ADHD also known as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, they immediately think of a...
What is Sensory Overload?
When it comes to Neurodiversity there is much more than meets the eye. Neurodiversity ranges from Autism to ADHD to OCD with more in between. One symptom that is common in those who struggle with certain types of Neurodiversity is Sensory Overload. Sensory Overload...
What is OCD?
OCD is a term that has been thrown around casually in conversation by neurotypical people for ages. You might hear somebody say something along the lines of “I am very OCD about this particular thing”, but in all reality, OCD is not simply a trait that every person...
What is Autism?
Autism has been a complex conversation, but it doesn’t need to be. In this blog, we’re breaking down the ins and outs of Autism.
What is Dyslexia?
The Dyslexia experience isn’t as simple as struggling to read and write. To learn more about what Dyslexia is, read our latest blog.
The Benefits of ADHD and Everyday Life Hacks
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological disorder. Adults and children diagnosed with ADHD may have difficulty focusing, get hyperactive, and experience uncontrollable impulses. But these traits don't have to be seen as problems, in fact, they...
Healing Neurodiversity-Related Trauma
B.R.I.D.G.E. – Emerge ND Confidently Trauma is the emotional response to a distressing event. This can include the death of a loved one, an accident, or a natural disaster. Neurodiversity-related trauma comes in many forms. It may be heightened or suppressed due to a...
The Benefits of OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness that causes repeated unwanted thoughts or sensations (obsessions) or the urge to do something over and over again (compulsions). Most people focus only on the negatives, though in reality, there are many...