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Book Launch Announcement: Understanding Communication and Relationships in Autism I’m pleased to announce the upcoming release of my newest book, Understanding Communication and Relationships in Autism , the third volume in The Understanding Autism Series . The book will be released on April 2 , and the ebook is available now for preorder , with paperback and hardcover editions launching on release day. Over many years of clinical work in neuropsychology, I’ve seen that some

Many parents ask a painful and confusing question: “My child had friends when they were younger… what happened?” A child may have seemed socially comfortable in elementary school, only to struggle later in middle school. They may become isolated, anxious, confused, or exhausted by peer relationships. Families often wonder: Did we miss something? Did social skills disappear? Did my child regress? In many cases, a different explanation may be more accurate: Sometimes friendship

Many couples, families, and friends misunderstand one another not because they lack love—but because they experience fun, humor, and togetherness differently . One person wants playful teasing and spontaneity. Another wants calm shared activity and predictability. One person uses humor to connect. Another experiences joking as criticism or emotional avoidance. These differences become especially important in play in neurodiverse relationships , where autistic and nonautistic

When Nothing Is “Wrong”… But Something Feels Off Have you ever had a moment with someone where nothing went wrong — but something still didn’t feel quite right? Maybe you felt frustrated, while the other person seemed relaxed. Or maybe you were trying to connect, and the other person seemed distracted or focused elsewhere. In many of these situations, the issue isn’t intention, effort, or care. It’s something more subtle: You may be in two different types of moments. Social v

Introduction Many communication breakdowns are not about lack of effort, care, or intention. They are about differences in how people understand each other’s thoughts, feelings, and perspectives. This is where the concept of theory of mind in autism becomes essential. When we understand how individuals track (or don’t track) what others know, feel, or expect, we begin to see that many frustrating interactions are not personal—they are neurological and developmental. What Is

In many relationships, there comes a moment when things are not clearly defined. What are we? Where is this going? Are we moving toward something long-term… or not? For some, these questions sit in the background—uncomfortable, but tolerable. Over time, the relationship unfolds and answers emerge. For others, that space of not knowing can feel intensely dysregulating. The Pull Toward Structure in Neurodiverse Relationships Humans naturally seek patterns, predictability, and

Understanding Communication in Neurodiverse Relationships One of the concerns I hear frequently from autistic individuals is this: “What if I say or do the wrong thing and ruin the relationship?” This question often carries a lot of weight. It reflects not only a desire to connect, but also a fear that connection is fragile… that one misstep might undo everything. And that makes sense. Many autistic individuals have had experiences where something small—a missed cue, a delaye

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This back-to-school blog post shares practical tools, classroom strategies, and sensory-friendly resources to support autistic students in navigating the school day with confidence. With a focus on making learning both successful and fun, it’s a helpful guide for educators, parents, and students alike.

Tips for parenting within a neurodiverse household. Help your autistic child (of any age) grow and thrive.

Building a Connection: Enhancing Communication in Neurodiverse Relationships Building a connection in any relationship takes effort. In...

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Return to school is a great time to teach students about balancing their life schedule based on what their nervous system needs. Here are three of my most common recommendations for the autistic student. 1. Create a Balanced Schedule Many students feel pressure to take on advanced classes, extracurriculars, and maintain a packed schedule. However, for autistic students, managing a heavy academic load can quickly become overwhelming. It’s essential that they learn to to balan

Autism and School Non-attendance Various terms have been used to describe the frequent absences from school due to anxiety or feeling overwhelmed: e.g., school refusal, problematic absenteeism, or school avoidance. Students who miss 10% or more of school are described as having "persistent non-attendance/absence" or "problematic non-attendance." The rate of school non-attendance is notably higher for students on the autism spectrum compared with neurotypical students. What

Although I haven't been able to write as many blog posts lately, I have started an Autism in the Adult Podcast. Check it out on the...

In this article, Dr. Regan reviews information about conversational stickiness in autism relationships. This occurs when an ASD partner grab

In this post, Dr. Regan discusses four significant advantages to written communication for the autistic. Keeping these benefits in mind will

In this post, you will learn about the search for connection on the spectrum, and the diversity of relationships the ASD individual may atte