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gut-brain axis
The gut-brain axis is the two-way communication system between your digestive tract and your brain. It runs on nerves, neurotransmitters, immune signals, and microbial chemistry, and it’s a large part of the reason why so many neurodivergent people have persistent stomach problems which are often not even connected to their neurodivergence.
“Will people judge me if they learn about my ADHD / Autism?”
People can still be mean, and your worries are valid. But research shows they’re already picking up on more than you think — and that disclosure often improves how they respond, not worsens it.
“Do I have to tell people about my diagnosis?”
Your diagnosis is yours. You decide who hears about it and when. This post covers what you’re actually required to share about ADHD or Autism — at work, with the DVLA, with doctors — and what stays entirely with you.
“I didn’t get my ADHD diagnosis. Now what?”
Your ADHD assessment didn’t lead to a diagnosis, but the experiences that led you to seek one are still real. This page is for you if you’ve just received your assessment result and want to know what comes next. Self-understanding, self-compassion, and practical strategies are not conditional on a diagnosis.