Picture a one-on-one wrapping up, a quick comment dropped in passing, and an employee walking away replaying it long after the meeting ends. What sounded like a small, harmless note can quietly grow into something much heavier. Here’s what vague feedback actually does – and the small, specific fix any manager can use on Monday.
Neurodivergent burnout is often framed as what happens when life gets too heavy. For many autistic and ADHD adults, it’s what happens when the weight was always there—it just became impossible to pretend otherwise.
Written by Karla PretoriusKaboose Clinical Lead, Registered European Psychotherapist and PhD Researcher Imagine a mid‐level manager in a tech organisation. She has a team member
June & July were the months of Autistic Pride, NeuroQueer Pride, & Disability Pride. It’s more important than ever to promote awareness and pride within
At the heart of identity lies a beautiful interplay of lived experience, how we think, feel, and connect with the world around us. For many,
When you’re a neurodivergent founder, you don’t just build a product. You also carry the weight of constant comparison, rejection, and feedback loops. Some are
Written by Karla Pretorius – Neurodiversity Specialist & Neuro-affirming Psychotherapist (PhD Psych Candidate) When I was first diagnosed with ADHD, someone smiled and said –
On April 10, the Melbourne Museum transformed into a vibrant, laughter-filled hub for Nocturnal: Cracked Up, an 18+ event that blended comedy, exhibitions, live music,
Written by: Michelle Ridsdale, Founder of Kaboose Belonging is more than just being part of a group—it’s feeling understood, valued, and safe to be our
At Kaboose, we’re more than just an app—we’re a community that thrives on connection, support, and empowerment. That’s why we are absolutely delighted to share
When we talk about neurodiversity, discussions often lean towards a gender-neutral perspective. However, the experiences of neurodivergent women can be vastly different from those of
This week someone asked me, “but, why would I employ autistic or neurodivergent people?” This is not an uncommon question! On this occasion, it came
Understanding Masking Many late-diagnosed autistic women grow up feeling different yet manage to follow social patterns, often masking their true selves. Harriet from Geek Girl
Rejection sensitivity, the intense fear of rejection, is a significant emotional challenge for many girls, particularly those who are neurodivergent. This heightened sensitivity can lead
Friendships are a crucial part of our lives, they help us feel connected and provide us with support, joy, and a sense of belonging. However,
Today we’re managing the disappointment of a friendship breakdown in our household. Supporting someone who is upset and has rejection sensitivity can be extremely challenging,
Meet Nick & Toby – both are autistic. Both have felt socially isolated and previously unable to attend school due to anxiety and bullying. 🚘
As a parent of two children with Autism & ADHD, I often see both my children struggle with time management in different ways. Firstly, if
So what is RSD? Rejection Sensitivity is actually an old concept that has been associated with ADHD but is getting a lot more publicity of
When my son was 16, I got a message from him saying “goodbye” as he didn’t want to live anymore. It’s not something any parent
Loneliness can lead to devastating outcomes for our neurodiverse kids. Just last week, my son who has been desperately trying to find his tribe spent
Transitions can be difficult for kids and young people at the best of times, but for our neurodiverse kids these transitions can be extremely triggering.
After the diagnosis of Autism/ADHD, we were recommended to attend a social skills play group. My son was aged 4 at the time. I was
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