Resources for Neurodivergent People
and Their Communities
Welcome
This collection offers pathways to understanding, support, and authentic living. Every resource here supports you in building a life that honors who you are while connecting you with the community and services that can help you thrive.
Autism Support & Community
Self-Advocacy & Understanding
AANE - Scripts and strategies for disclosure conversations and self-advocacy skills
Reframing Autism - Strengths-based understanding of autism
Neuroclastic - Information on autistic burnout and recovery
The Art of Autism - Creative showcase of autistic talents and perspectives
Identity & Intersectionality
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network - Support for women and nonbinary autistic individuals
Autistic Adults of Color - Community addressing autism and racial identity
Neuroqueer - Neurodiversity and queer identity intersection
Trans Autistic Resources - Support for transgender autistic individuals
Autistic Parents
Parents with Disabilities Research - Research countering stereotypes about autistic parents
Autistic Parent Network - Peer support community
AWN Pregnancy Guide - Pregnancy and parenting from an autistic perspective
AuDHD (Autism + ADHD)
Many people have both autism and ADHD, creating unique strengths and challenges.
AuDHD Information - How autism and ADHD interact
AuDHD Medication Guide - Medication considerations
AuDHD in Women - Gender-specific presentations
AuDHD Support Groups - Peer community
Executive Function Support - Practical strategies for daily life
PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)
PDA is an autism profile involving high anxiety around demands and a strong need for autonomy.
PDA North America - Free guides and support approaches
PDA Society - Research and advocacy resources
Collaborative & Proactive Solutions - Collaboration-focused support strategies
OCD & Autism
International OCD Foundation - Distinguishing OCD from autism traits
NOCD - Autism-informed OCD treatment
OCD Foundation Autism Resources - Adapted treatment approaches
ARFID & Eating
ARFID Awareness UK - Support for food sensitivities and aversions
Beat Eating Disorders - Autism-specific eating disorder support
Crisis Support
Crisis support that understands autism-specific needs and communication differences.
Autism Crisis Support - Autism-informed crisis intervention
Autistic Self Advocacy Network - Suicide prevention resources for autistic people
Employment & Workplace
Know Your Rights
Ask JAN - Free workplace accommodation guidance
EEOC ADA Guidance - Your legal rights explained
Finding Inclusive Work
Neurodiversity @ Work - Companies with neurodiversity programs
Embrace Autism Workplace Tips - Practical accommodation strategies
Autism @ Work - Companies actively recruiting autistic talent
About These Resources
These resources support self-advocacy, celebrate neurodiversity, and help you access the support you deserve. Remember: accommodations aren't special treatment—they're what allow you to show up as your authentic self and contribute your unique strengths.