Some of the hallmarks of Autism are social challenges, usually presenting as unique approaches that are often perceived as inappropriate by society, difficulty remaining interested or present in back-and-forth conversation, disinterest in initiating or responding to socialization, discomfort with maintaining eye-contact, flat affects, and sensory processing issues (such as hypo or hypersensitivity, or abnormal physical reactions, such as experiencing little to no pain when stubbing a toe, but immense, intolerable pain to a specific sound or type of fabric making contact with skin).

While AD(H)D features spontaneity, Autistic folks can become very upset if their plans and routines are interrupted or derailed. While people with AD(H)D may struggle with punctuality, people with Autism may find themselves easily and intensely upset when others are late, or they, themselves, are running late. AD(H)D can often present with a desire for novel, new experiences and Autism, conversely, can make someone deeply uncomfortable with stepping outside of what they already know they like.

While there are a lot of differences, Autism and AD(H)D acting together in one person share these traits; easily becoming over or understimulated, a desire to learn immense amounts of information or acquire and master new, very challenging skills, struggling with emotional regulation, having difficulty sitting still while also being hypersensitive to the movements of others, executive dysfunction, and choice paralysis.

With the genetic and lifelong nature of AD(H)D and Autism, therapies focus on purpose-driven, symptom management skills to help you build the routines, behaviors, and habits that best serve you.

You deserve the opportunity to be the best version of yourself, and Small Victories wants to help you conquer all and any obstacles in your way. If symptoms of AD(H)D and/or Autism are making your life difficult to navigate, call and inquire about therapy with Small Victories today.