Resources for the lived experience.
Guides, templates, and research rooted in neuro-affirming practices. Designed specifically for the AuDHD intersection.
The AuDHD Burnout Cycle
AuDHD burnout is distinct from general stress or exhaustion. It arises from the chronic effort of managing two sets of neurological needs that are often in conflict — the ADHD drive for novelty and stimulation colliding with the autistic need for predictability and routine. This article explains the burnout cycle specific to dual-diagnosis individuals, how to recognise its early warning signs before they become a full collapse, and a phased approach to recovery.
Sensory Regulation for the Dual-Diagnosed
ADHD can drive a need for sensory stimulation and novelty, while Autism can make that same stimulation overwhelming. Navigating this contradiction is one of the most difficult aspects of daily life for people with both diagnoses. This interactive workbook guides you through building a personal sensory profile, identifying your thresholds, and designing a sensory toolkit — including environmental modifications — that serves both sets of needs.
Sleep, AuDHD, and the Circadian Mismatch
Sleep difficulties affect the vast majority of AuDHD individuals — and for compounding reasons. Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder is common in ADHD; sensory sensitivities make sleep environments difficult to regulate in Autism; and racing thoughts can prevent both the wind-down and the wake-up. This article covers the neuroscience of AuDHD sleep, evidence-based sleep hygiene adaptations, and when to seek specialist input.
Finding an AuDHD-Informed Therapist
Standard psychological approaches — including some CBT protocols — were not developed with the AuDHD profile in mind and can feel invalidating or simply ineffective. This guide explains what to look for in a therapist, which therapeutic modalities have the strongest evidence base for this population (including ACT and schema therapy), the questions to ask in an initial session, and how to navigate the NDIS therapeutic supports pathway.