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I write about ADHD, autism, neurodivergent burnout, late diagnosis and affirming psychotherapy. Research-based articles, accessible, without unnecessary jargon.
The Anatomy of Neurodivergent Burnout — Part IV: Recovery
Clinical protocols for recovering from neurodivergent burnout: polyvagal theory, the four phases of recovery, and practical strategies.
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The Anatomy of Neurodivergent Burnout — Part V: Prevention
Prevention strategies for neurodivergent burnout: structural accommodations, nervous system regulation, and building a sustainable life system.
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The Anatomy of Neurodivergent Burnout — Part 3
Sensory overload, systemic barriers and the absence of accommodations — the invisible cost of existing in a world not designed for your brain.
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Justice vs Abuse — Practical Guide & Victoria Law
The complete practical guide for patients with controlled medication travelling to Romania — and why the Victoria Law matters.
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Media Sources — Medical Cannabis Case Romania
Comprehensive list of media sources, interviews and documentaries covering the medical cannabis case in Romania and the Giancarlo Cristea vs. DIICOT case.
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"Different" Doesn't Mean "Broken": The Principles of Neuro-Affirming Therapy
The paradigm shift, double empathy, the spiky profile — the principles of neuro-affirming therapy for neurodivergent adults.
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Therapy Without Masking: What It Should Feel Like When Therapy Actually Works
The cost of masking, sensory safety and how to recognise a neuro-affirming therapist. Red flags and green flags for neurodivergent people.
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The Toxic Legacy of Simon Baron-Cohen
A deconstruction of Simon Baron-Cohen's scientific legacy and the impact of 40 years of clinical theories on neurodiversity.
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Justice vs Abuse — The Three Rulings
Documentation of Giancarlo Cristea's three consecutive legal victories against DIICOT: Tribunalul București, the Court of Appeal and the final ruling.
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Justice vs Abuse — Part I: Medical Cannabis Romania
Giancarlo Cristea's story: from Crohn's disease diagnosis to the historic legal victory against DIICOT. Medical cannabis and the right to treatment.
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Justice vs Abuse — Part II: The Precedent & The Law
The legal battle: DIICOT vs. Cristea. The three victories, the historic precedent and international law protecting patients with controlled medication.
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Justice vs Abuse — Part III: Implications & The Future
What the victory means in practice: international law, the patient guide and the urgency of Victoria Law. Part III of the series.
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Attachment Through the Lens of Neurodiversity — NAT (Part 1)
Neurodivergent Attachment Theory (NAT): the 5 styles, 7 assumptions and theoretical foundation. How attachment works for ADHD and autistic adults.
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Love, Communication and Practical Strategies for Neurodiverse Couples — NAT (Part 2)
Practical strategies for neurodiverse couples: reconceptualised love languages, communication and sensory intimacy. Based on Neurodivergent Attachment Theory.
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The Anatomy of Neurodivergent Burnout — Part 1
Why does neurodivergent burnout look like depression — but require the opposite treatment? A neuroaffirmative, research-based guide.
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The Anatomy of Neurodivergent Burnout — Part 2
Masking, interoception and the invisible mechanisms that lead to neurodivergent burnout. Part 2 of the neuroaffirmative series.
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