Neurodivergence
College Accommodations for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Going off to college is an exciting time, filled with new adventures and much more freedom, both personally and academically. However, it can also come with numerous challenges, particularly for students with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and related conditions. On the positive side, increased independence means students with EDS may be able to manage some […]
Research Round-Up, Edition 4: Neurodivergence
Previous editions of Research Round-Up: Three, Two, One Welcome to the latest edition of Research Round-Up! If you’ve missed previous editions and want to know what’s happening in the world of EDS research, click the links above. This month, we’re doing something a little different. Instead of individually discussing some recent research articles, we’re taking […]
Neurodivergence and Hypermobility: The Autism-EDS Connection
Chronic Pain Partners introduced the topic of neurodivergence and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD) and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) in our first newsletter this year (January 2025), but autism has been shown to co-occur with EDS for many years, with an early published case dating back as far as 1993 and another in 2011. Neurodivergence comprises a […]
Hypermobile and Hypersensitive? Understanding Sensory Processing Today
Sensitivity in the Spotlight and Why Labels Matter More Than Ever In today’s politically charged climate, the act of labeling—whether as a diagnosis, identity, or personality trait—has become a battleground. With the current administration rolling back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, discussions around neurodiversity, sensitivity, and individuality are under scrutiny. But what happens when […]
