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Embracing Neurodiversity: Navigating Strengths and Support Strategies with Dr. Blied

Neurodiversity encompasses unique ways of thinking and experiencing the world. As a clinical psychologist and a neurodivergent individual myself, I understand the power and challenges that come with ADHD and Autism from both a professional and personal perspective.

Embracing neurodiversity can lead to growth, self-awareness, and help others appreciate the unique abilities of neurodivergent minds. Here are a few quick tips:

1. Use Hyperfocus Wisely Hyperfocus can be a superpower, allowing you to dive deep into tasks with unmatched concentration. However, without boundaries, it can also lead to burnout. Be mindful of when you're in a hyperfocused state - set limits, schedule breaks, and ensure that your energy is replenished. When managed well, hyperfocus can work for you, not against you.

2. Build Executive Functioning Skills with Kindness Executive functioning challenges are common for many neurodivergent individuals, but they don’t have to be insurmountable. Tools like time-blocking (e.g., allocating specific time slots for tasks), task breakdowns (e.g., breaking larger tasks into smaller, more manageable steps), and visual schedules (e.g., using charts or calendars to visualize your day) can help you manage tasks more effectively. Most importantly, practice self-compassion—acknowledge your efforts and give yourself grace when things don’t go perfectly.

3. Use Multi-Modal Communication Do you ever feel like it is difficult to get your message across when trying to verbally communicate? Whether this is because you process thoughts at a different pace than others, or struggle to articulate your thoughts, there are strategies you can use to help. One strategy is to use multi-modal communication, or multiple modes of sharing your message. To reduce misunderstandings, consider sharing written messages alongside verbal ones. This can boost clarity and confidence, helping you communicate your needs and ideas more effectively in both personal and professional settings. With this, remember to keep asking for what you need to make your environments better suited for you (e.g., reduce the impact of loud environments by asking to use noise-cancelling headphones at work/school). 

Here are some tools that can support your growth and well-being:

Empowerment Through Understanding Modules: Dive deeper into ADHD and Autism with this online course to improve self-awareness, self-advocacy, and personal growth. Learn more here.

AuDHD Strong App: A helpful app for neurodivergent individuals with tools for organization, task management, and self-care. Download it today from the App Store or the Google Play Store!

Faces of Health App: While not specific to ADHD or Autism, this app offers valuable resources for health and well-being. Download it today from the App Store or the Google Play Store!

Embrace neurodiversity, celebrate your strengths, and use these tools to help you thrive! Please stay tuned next week for a newsletter about executive functioning strategies that you can start using right away!

For more valuable insights, I encourage you to explore my blog at https://drblied.com/blog/. For a selection of wellness resources, please visit the resources page on my website at https://drblied.com/resources/.

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Overcoming Challenges When Accessing NDIS Services Accessing NDIS services can feel overwhelming at times, but with the right preparation, you can overcome common challenges and make the most of your funding. From understanding your options to managing your supports, there are ways to simplify the process and stay in control. 

In this article, we will guide you through some key obstacles and how NDIS Plan Management Support can help you navigate them effectively.

1. Understanding Your Plan

One of the first challenges participants face is understanding their NDIS plan. The plan includes budget categories and rules about how funding can be used. If the language feels confusing, ask your planner or a plan manager for clarification. NDIS Plan Management Support can also break down the details and help you focus on achieving your goals.

2. Finding the Right Providers

Choosing the best providers can take time. Many participants struggle to find services that meet their needs, especially in rural or regional areas. Using NDIS Plan Management Support gives you access to both registered and non-registered providers, which increases your options and flexibility.

3. Managing Funding and Invoices

Tracking expenses and managing invoices can be stressful. Without a clear system, it’s easy to overspend or miss payments. A plan management provider can handle these tasks for you, ensuring your funding is used effectively and stays on track.

4. Dealing with Plan Reviews

Plan reviews can feel daunting, especially if you’re unsure about what to include or how to justify changes. Prepare by keeping records of your progress and documenting how your supports help you achieve your goals. Plan managers can also assist in organizing your financial reports for the review.

5. Staying Flexible

Sometimes, your needs or circumstances change, and your plan might not fit as well as it did before. Plan managers can help you adjust by finding new providers or reallocating funds to better support your goals.

Conclusion

While accessing NDIS services can be challenging, you don’t have to navigate it alone. With NDIS Plan Management Support, you can simplify the process, manage your funding more efficiently, and focus on what matters most—reaching your goals. Take control of your NDIS journey and let the right support guide you every step of the way.

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this is out of my range but please do help your lgbt fellows!

🌙 Ramadan Mubarak from lgbtiq folks in Kenya kakuma refugee camp 🌙

As we begin this sacred month of fasting, we're calling to support our lgbtiq community in observing Ramadan with peace and dignity. Fasting can be challenging, and many of our members need support to complete this spiritual journey smoothly.

We are calling on our supporters, well wishers and lgbtiq allies to stand with us—whether through donations, food supplies, or any form of assistance. Your kindness and generosity will help ensure that our lgbtiq Muslim siblings have what they need to observe Ramadan with ease in kakuma refugee camp

📌 To support, reach out to us today through sharing, advocating, reblog, repost and mostly donating anything even if it's little

Together, we can uplift and strengthen our community through assistance

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#TransArrivalsKenya #RamadanKareem #Solidarity #SupportTransLivesTraTrans & Intersex History.AfricaJinsianguRainbow RailroadEATHAN - East Africa Trans Health & Advocacy NetworkKuchu Shiners UgandaMatasia Trans Capabilty

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Sensory Processing Disorder

https://www.ifineedhelp.org/sensory-processing-disorder

Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a complex, brain-based condition that affects how individuals perceive and respond to sensory input from their environment. It occurs when the brain has difficulty effectively organizing and interpreting information from the senses—such as touch, sound, taste, smell, and movement.

For those living with SPD, sensory input may feel intense, unpredictable, or misinterpreted, which can lead to challenges in everyday situations.

SPD is best understood as a spectrum. Individuals may exhibit a broad range of sensory sensitivities or sensory-seeking behaviors. Some may be hypersensitive, reacting strongly to even mild stimuli and experiencing sensory overload. Others may be hyposensitive, craving intense sensory experiences or showing reduced responsiveness to input.

Understanding and supporting individuals with SPD involves recognizing these differences and tailoring environments, tools, and strategies to help them thrive.

#SensoryProcessingDisorder #SPD #Neurodiversity #SensoryAwareness #SensoryOverload #SensorySupport #IfINeedHelp #Hypersensitivity #Hyposensitivity #SPDCommunity #InclusiveSupport

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Wow!!! Just wow! I am honestly hitting a point of being speechless! This almost never happens 😳 Come check it out on my blog https://jnsupermomscom.wordpress.com/2022/03/12/growth-is-happening/ #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilityworkbook #disabilitybooks #disabilitiesinfamilies #inclusiveeducationmethods #inclusivesupports #inclusiveeducation #disabilitiesdontdefineyou #supportforparents #supportfordisabilities https://www.instagram.com/p/CbAkMwOLqmo/?utm_medium=tumblr

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The Impact of Plan Management on Accessing Specialist Services

NDIS participants often need specialist services, like therapy or assistive technology, to meet their unique goals. Managing funding for these services can be challenging without the right support. This is where Plan Management assistance makes a difference. Plan managers help participants connect with specialists, handle payments, and ensure budgets are used effectively. By simplifying these tasks, plan managers allow participants to focus on accessing the services they need.

Here’s how plan management supports access to specialist services:

1. Simplified Provider Payments

Plan managers handle invoices for specialist services, ensuring payments are processed quickly and correctly. This reduces stress for participants and allows them to focus on their care rather than paperwork.

2. Access to Registered and Non-Registered Providers

Participants using plan management can choose from a wide range of providers, including those not registered with the NDIS. This flexibility increases options for specialist services, ensuring participants can find the right fit for their needs.

3. Budget Tracking and Allocation

Plan managers help participants track spending, so they don’t run out of funding unexpectedly. They work with participants to allocate funds for specific services, ensuring specialists are included in the budget.

4. Guidance on Service Agreements

Specialist services often require agreements outlining the scope of work and costs. Plan managers review these documents to ensure participants understand what they’re signing and get value for their money.

5. Navigating Complex Needs

Participants with complex needs often require multiple specialist services. Plan managers coordinate with providers to create a seamless experience, reducing the burden on participants and their families.

Conclusion

Plan management offers crucial support for participants accessing specialist services. From simplifying payments to offering budgeting guidance, plan managers ensure that NDIS funding is used effectively and efficiently. For those looking to make the most of their NDIS plan, Plan Management assistance is a valuable tool to access the care and services they need.

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We’re here to support your journey to complete wellness in every area of your life. 💙 Whether you need assistance at home, in supported accommodation, community nursing, or beyond, you can count on us to be the reliable provider you deserve. 🌟

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Understanding NDIS Funding Categories: A Simple Breakdown" is a clear and concise guide designed to help NDIS participants and their families navigate the various funding categories. This easy-to-follow resource explains how each category works, what services and supports are covered, and how to make the most of your NDIS plan to achieve your goals.

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Plan management under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) involves the financial administration of a participant's NDIS funds. Participants should understand the different types of plan management: agency-managed, self-managed, and plan-managed. Each type offers varying levels of control and responsibility.

Plan-managed participants work with a plan manager who helps handle their NDIS funds, pays providers, and tracks expenses. This allows participants to focus on their care without worrying about financial administration. Understanding the roles, responsibilities, and benefits of each type of plan management is crucial for making informed decisions that align with personal needs and goals within the NDIS framework.

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We are so proud to be a part of #disabilitybookweek an amazing initiative to support authors around the world ❤ #disability #didabilityawareness #disabilityworkbook #disabilitybooks #disabilitiesinfamilies #supportforparents #supportfordisabilities #invisibledisability #inclusiveeducationmethods #inclusivesupports https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca_JpYVLPpD/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Did you catch our feature on Global Edmonton? Yes? That's awesome what did you think? No? Awe we are sorry to hear that! It aired tonight March 10 2022 @ 6:30 PM. Our page has been updated and the link to it can be found here. Our website Media Page This book has brought so many amazing things to our lives and others! We cannot wait for what the future holds. Love Jessica and Julia #disability #disabilityawareness #inclusiveeducationmethods #inclusivesupports #invisibledisability http://parentssurvival.ca/2022/03/10/did-you-catch-us/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca8yi-UL_Lh/?utm_medium=tumblr

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6:00 PM tonight! Global Edmonton Parents Survival Guide interview! Make sure you tune in! #writingcommunity #disabilityawareness #disabilityworkbook #disabilitybooks #disabilitiesinfamilies #inclusiveeducationmethods #inclusivesupports #inclusiveeducation #inclusionmatters https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca5OTXuvxiB/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Today Julia & I received this response and we are beyond ummmm yeah...I won't say but.....here is our words to this! Jessica's response: I'm sorry say what??? As a parent of special needs parent resources are what keeps us going! This is what is wrong with education system and goes to show just how far parents need to go to seek help! One of the first places things were noticed was in school and nothing is worse than not being able to find the help kids and parents desperately need. Julia's response: So I have been a huge advocate for my daughter and many student's families on trying to work with schools, teachers and the school board since day one of diagnosis. I feel I have had great sucess with amazing teachers, aids and principals in working together. Tonight we recieved a sad reminder on how much work there is to help bridge the gap between the educational system and the resources they have and the resources that are actually required to help the families who have children with disabilities. #Disability #disabilitybooks #disabilitiesinfamilies #inclusivesupports #inclusiveeducationmethods #parentssupport #disabilityawareness #educationmatters #supportforparents https://www.instagram.com/p/CatI4R0LTA6/?utm_medium=tumblr