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Danielle Dryden
A Psychologically Informed Coach Practitioner


Co-Occurring Autism & ADHD: What You Need to Know
Male sat on a chair leaning back with a visual representation of a busy mind. Autism and ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)...
Danielle Dryden
Apr 13, 20254 min read


ADHD and Task Initiation: Why It’s So Hard to Get Started – and What Can Help.
ADHD and Task Initiation and How Employers Can Help
Danielle Dryden
Mar 22, 20255 min read


Understanding Family Estrangement and Its Unique Challenges for Neurodivergent Individuals
Family estrangement is a difficult experience, and for neurodivergent individuals, it can carry unique challenges. Differences in...
Danielle Dryden
Feb 24, 202514 min read


The Unfiltered Truth About Burnout in Neurodivergent Families (and How to Cope)
Burnout is hard enough, but when you're part of a neurodivergent family, the challenges can feel overwhelming. Between juggling unique...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 27, 202517 min read


Parenting Meltdowns: Supporting Your Neurodivergent Child While Managing Your Own Emotions
Parenting can be tough, but when both you and your child are neurodivergent, it brings its own set of challenges. Meltdowns, whether...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 26, 202518 min read


Common Myths About Neurodivergence: Breaking Stigma and Shifting Perspectives
Understanding It’s easy to think we understand neurodivergence, but many of the conversations around it are clouded by myths. These...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 26, 202510 min read


Why Neurodivergent People May Struggle to Recognise Signs of Domestic Abuse.
When Neurodivergence and Domestic Abuse Intersect Recognising domestic abuse can be challenging, particularly for neurodivergent...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 11, 20258 min read


Understanding Social Hangovers: A Guide for Neurodivergents.
Socialising & Neurodivergence equals social hangover Have you ever felt completely drained after spending time with others, even when it...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 11, 20258 min read


Self-Care Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All: Habits for Neurodivergent Life
Forest Bathing is a great form of self-care Remembering self-care can be tough for anyone, but for autistic and ADHD adults, it’s often...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 9, 202510 min read


Living with AuDHD: Navigating the Overlap of Autism and ADHD
Co-occurrence of autism with ADHD Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are distinct...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 5, 202511 min read


Monotropism & Polytropism: Understanding Autism, ADHD & AuDHD, and Their Overlapping Challenges and Strengths
Could understanding Monotropism & Polytropism help us make better sense of those with both Autism & ADHD? Have you ever wondered why some...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 5, 202511 min read


What Is a Sensory Diet and How Can It Help Autism and ADHD?
by Unsplash Feeling overwhelmed by sensory input can make even simple tasks feel unbearable. For those with sensory processing...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 4, 20258 min read


How Sensory Overload Affects Everyday Life for Autistic and ADHD Individuals
Imagine the world around you feeling too loud, too bright, or simply overwhelming. For autistic and ADHD individuals, this isn’t just an...
Danielle Dryden
Jan 1, 20256 min read


Harnessing the Power of the Default Mode Network (DMN): Strategies for Autism and ADHD.
Beyond Distractions: Using Brain Science to Empower Autism and ADHD The Default Mode Network (DMN) is a specific set of brain regions...
Danielle Dryden
May 27, 20244 min read


Embracing Self-Acceptance: Redefining What It Means to Be "Good Enough" for the Autistic / ADHD Individual.
Embracing Self-Acceptance: Redefining What It Means to Be "Good Enough" for the Autistic / ADHD Individual.
Danielle Dryden
May 18, 20244 min read


Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) & Autism/ADHD
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a condition that is less commonly known in comparison to other eating disorders such...
Danielle Dryden
Apr 21, 20249 min read


Workplace Neurodiversity Challenges: The Cancelled Meeting
Avoiding the emotional fallout from a cancelled meeting. The ASC-ADHD Coach
Danielle Dryden
Dec 18, 20234 min read


Understanding Autism Through the Double Empathy Theory
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC,also known as ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It is...
Danielle Dryden
Sep 7, 20239 min read


Harnessing Neurodiversity Through Positive Psychology Coaching
Now, let's talk about a certain kind of coaching called Positive Psychology Coaching.
Danielle Dryden
Sep 1, 20237 min read


Autism & The Relevance of Stimming
Quick Read Summary 🧩 Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition with varied social interaction, communication, behavior, and sensory...
Danielle Dryden
Aug 20, 20238 min read
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