Dr. Beth (Neurodiversity)

And just wait until you realise how many of those adults you trusted, told you how “mature” you were to make you feel “special” so THEY could say and do things things to you that were NOT in fact appropriate for THEIR age and developmental level 👀👀 #neurodivergent #queer #autism #mentalhealthmatters #psychology #adhd #autistic #anxiety #whosaidthat #depressionanxiety

What does this look like for you? Have you noticed this too? Tell me in the comments! #neurodivergent #autism #adhd #MentalHealth #psychology #autistic #dyslexia #dyslexic #criticalthinking #problem #problemsolved #work #corporatelife #audhd #gifted

Curious? Check out Executive Functioning and Big Picture Thinking, a 1-hour class delivered online. It’s led by a PhD qualified Neurodiversity expert and Autistic person (me!), as part of my Neurodiversity 101 series! Sign up now at the link in my bio 👀 This is a great educational opportunity for Neurodivergent adults ages 18+ who want to learn about Neurodiversity in a university-style learning environment. People who are Autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, or who struggle with executive functioning due to neurodivergence may find this class most useful. ***This class does not offer mental health support or therapy in any capacity*** #neurodivergent #autism #ADHD #neurodiversity #actuallyautistic #audhd #autistic

Replying to @Thaddeus Paul This is so very common! #neurodivergent #autism #adhd #MentalHealth #psychology #study #university #academia

Neurodivergent people often become masters of self-accommodation—building entire systems just to make daily life manageable. For me, that means carrying my home on my back—a backpack stocked with everything I might need. If I get a headache and don’t have my pills, I’d have to face an overstimulating pharmacy, which might drain all my energy and stop me from doing what I left the house to do in the first place. So I plan for every eventuality—sensory needs, executive function hurdles, energy crashes. It’s innovation born from necessity. #Neurodivergent #ExecutiveFunction #SensoryNeeds #disability #Neurodiversity #autism #autistic #psychology #adhd #audhd #mentalhealthmatters #MentalHealth

Replying to @Ori Barzilay does this help to clarify? #psychology #psychologyfacts #emotionalintelligence #emotional #emotion #therapy #maturity #empathy #neurodivergence

I worked with kids for 15 years. I promise it’s true. If you want more of this, I do Neurodiversity coaching for families check the link in my bio 👀🤝 #autism #neurodivergent #psychology #adhd #autistic #parenting #MomsofTikTok #neurodivergentparenting #adhdmom #autisticmom

Replying to @ari 🇲🇽 #neurodivergent #autistic #autism #psychology #adhd #anxiety #dyslexia #corporate #corporatelife #academia #MentalHealth #mentalhealthmatters #trauma

What else would you add to this list? #autistic #psychology #autism #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #audhd #MentalHealth

It really is a Neurotypical world 👀👀 #neurodivergent #autism #autistic #MentalHealth #psychology #adhd #author #burnout

Autistic masking isn’t just social—it’s systemic. My PhD found that Autistic people often mask not just to “fit in,” but to avoid punishment, access education, or survive in workplaces that aren’t built for us. It’s emotionally exhausting, leads to burnout, and can make us feel disconnected from who we really are. I also found that masking is shaped by gender, race, class, and culture—what’s expected of us depends on how we’re perceived. Masking is not a personal failing. It’s a response to structural exclusion. Visit the link in my bio to sign up for an online class on masking later this week! Starting at just ten bucks for those on a low income 👀 #autism #neurodivergent #actuallyautistic #neurodiversity #autistictiktok #ADHD #burnout #audhd #MentalHealth #psychology

Autistic sociologist Damian Milton (2012, 2018) introduced the double empathy problem—the idea that misunderstandings between Autistic and neurotypical people aren’t due to Autistic people “lacking empathy,” but to a mutual gap in understanding. The real issue? Neurotypical norms are dominant—so Autistic people are expected to adapt, mask, and empathize upwards just to survive. This isn’t a personal failure. It’s a social power imbalance. Milton’s work shows we don’t lack empathy—we’re just not always understood. 🧠 Want to learn more? Sign up for Neurodiversity 101 via the link in my bio! #autism #empathy #doubleempathyproblem #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #actuallyautistic #autism #adhd #audhd #MentalHealth #psychology #mentalhealthmatters

Neurotypical traits are seen as the default, so when neurodivergent people communicate differently, we’re often seen as rude, unstable, or even dishonest. We say what we mean, and somehow that makes us less trustworthy? Meanwhile, neurotypical people are praised for diplomacy—even when it’s just polished dishonesty. We don’t get the benefit of the doubt. We’re questioned, second-guessed, excluded from decisions. Overlooked for leadership roles and promotions. It’s not that we’re not trustworthy—it’s that the system trusts masks more than honesty. Normalize different forms of truth. #Neurodivergent #Ableism #neurodiversity #psychology #autism #adhd #audhd #MentalHealth #mentalhealthmatters #autistic

For many neurodivergent people—especially those who are Autistic or ADHD—masking and camouflaging aren’t just social habits. They’re part of a nervous system survival response. When we sense danger or judgment, we might enter “fawn mode”—people-pleasing, over-apologising, or hiding our true selves to stay safe. Masking isn’t about wanting to fit in—it’s about trying to avoid harm. Over time, this can seriously impact our mental health, identity, and self-worth. Want to learn more? Join Neurodiversity 101—an online class for neurodivergent adults. Sign up now via the link in my bio! #autism #ADHD #peoplepleaser #neurodiversity #actuallyautistic #neurodivergent #audhd #autistic #psychology #mentalhealthmatters #MentalHealth

You can find out more about coaching for neurodivergent folks and/or their managers at the link in my bio 👀 #coachingstories #ableism #ableist #neurodivergent #autistic #autism #adhd #neurodiversity #anxiety #work

Replying to @tulipgirl.__.07 I hope this answers your question! What do you think? #MentalHealth #psychology #therapy #boundaries #emotional #maturity

Replying to @🪩Erin 🪩 Would these tips help you? #autistic #autism #psychology #neurodivergent #study #studying #studytok #studytips #neurodiversity #audhd #adhd #anxiety #executivefunction #executivefunctionhacks #studyhack #essay #university #college #education #teaching

Replying to @Dr. Beth (PhD, Neurodiversity) executive functioning can be a nightmare when your brain thinks like this! For Neurodiversiry coaching check out the website linked in my bio 👀 #MentalHealth #psychology #neurodivergent #autism #adhd #dyslexic #dyslexia #criticalthinking #executivefunction

If you want to know more about this drop me a comment and ask a question 🙋‍♀️ #neurodivergent #autism #queer #psychology #adhd #autistic #MentalHealth #mentalhealthmatters #disability #trauma

CLASSES NOW AVAILABLE AT THE LINK IN MY BIO!!! Would you enjoy an opportunity to learn about Neurodiversity in an educational way, alongside other Neurodivergent folks: Autistic, ADHD, those with mental health conditions who identify as Neurodivergent, etc? Which topics would help you the most? Executive Functioning Masking and Camouflaging Sensory Processing Any others? #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #autistic #adhd #audhd #autism #MentalHealth #psychology