Posts tagged late-diagnosed autism
Health and Neurological Patterns in the Sensitive Autistic Phenotype: Research Findings by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
Health and Neurological Patterns in the Sensitive Autistic Phenotype: Research Findings by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

New research on the Sensitive Autistic Phenotype reveals key health and neurological patterns in autism. A recent survey highlights common conditions like gut issues, anxiety, sleep struggles, executive dysfunction, chronic pain, and medication sensitivity. These findings stress the need for neurodivergent-affirming healthcare. Read the full report to explore key trends.

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AutismJulie Bjellandautism research, sensitive autistic phenotype, autistic health, neurodivergent health, autism and anxiety, autism and gut health, autism and sleep, executive function autism, autistic burnout, autistic chronic pain, medication sensitivity autism, autism and immune system, autism co-occurring conditions, autistic women’s health, late-diagnosed autism, autism medical research, neurodiversity and health, autism and mental healthComment
Why Women-Centered Autism Resources Are Essential: Addressing Pushback and Closing the Gaps
Why Women-Centered Autism Resources Are Essential: Addressing Pushback and Closing the Gaps

Some men have expressed frustration about my focus on women’s autism experiences, but this emphasis addresses a longstanding research gap that makes women-centered support essential.

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Neurodiversity, Mental Health, AutismJulie Bjellandwomen’s health, autism in women, neurodiversity, healthcare imbalance, gender bias in research, non-binary inclusion, gender-diverse healthcare, racial disparities in healthcare, women-centered autism resources, male-centric research, autism diagnosis, healthcare inclusivity, gender and race in healthcare, equitable healthcare, neurodivergent women, autism in adults, autism support, women’s health advocacy, inclusive healthcare practices, historical research bias, late-diagnosed autism, mental health equity, adult autism diagnosis, intersectional health, health equityComment