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Breaking Through Social Anxiety: Creating Safe Spaces for Neurodiverse Adults

At Brightstone Transitions, we understand how deeply social anxiety can affect the daily lives of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). For many, the thought of engaging in a conversation, meeting new people, or navigating social situations can feel overwhelming. But we also believe something else—social anxiety doesn’t have to define your journey.

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Why Women with Autism Are Often Overlooked—and How Brightstone Helps

In recent years, there has been a growing focus on neurodiversity, particularly the relationship between ADHD and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Although ADHD is not classified within the autism spectrum, the two conditions frequently overlap, leading to important conversations about their connection.

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ADHD and Autism Spectrum: A Closer Look at a Complex Connection

In recent years, there has been a growing focus on neurodiversity, particularly the relationship between ADHD and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Although ADHD is not classified within the autism spectrum, the two conditions frequently overlap, leading to important conversations about their connection.

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Finding Your Way Back to Routine After the Holidays

At Brightstone, we embrace the power of routine as a cornerstone for personal growth and development. We focus on helping young adults restore structure in their lives by practicing daily habits that promote time management, goal achievement, and self-care.

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Healthy Relationships and Boundaries

It is important that your relationships – whether it is with family, friends, helpers, or love interests – are healthy. Certain characteristics are present in healthy relationships that makes it safe and creates enjoyable connections with others.

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Developing Social Skills

At Brightstone Transitions, we focus on building essential social skills through interactive activities and real-life experiences.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTORS

We believe that parents, professionals and community members who celebrate differences and foster hope can make a huge difference in the lives of young adult with autism. Here at Brightstone, we are lucky to employ qualified mentors that recognize our young adults on an individual basis while supporting them to live their most independent lives. 

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