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Friendships can be especially complex, for neurodivergent and neurotypical children alike. Many kids work hard to understand social expectations, manage sensory and emotional input, and figure out where they truly feel safe being themselves. Supporting friendships isn’t about teaching kids to “fit in.” It’s about helping them notice how relationships feel in their bodies and nervous systems and giving them language and support along the way.   1. Notice patterns, not problems Children often...

So... we’re traveling back to New Jersey to be with my family for Thanksgiving, and we’ll be there for the whole week. We haven’t traveled during this time of year in a while, and there are several layers that will make this trip especially dysregulating for all of us. My family recently moved into a new area and home, which will feel unfamiliar to the kids. My son is struggling with food intake, and of course, Thanksgiving is based around food. We have decided to go into New York City with...

At the core, we lie when it doesn’t feel safe to tell the truth. Reflect on whether your response might be making truth-telling feel unsafe for your child.