David Gray-Hammond

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Monotropic Split and Mental Health

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David Gray-Hammond
Jan 22, 2025
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Monotropic split, introduced by Tanya Adkin, explains how Autistic individuals experience cognitive overload and burnout due to forced attention to multiple demands. This split contributes to energy deficits and mental health crises, exacerbated by societal pressures. Creating supportive environments with focused attention can help mitigate its negative…

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