21 Signs You're Autistic, ADHD, or BOTH | Neurodivergent Magic

UPDATE: Hey there everybody! I recently changed this video from "21 Signs You Might Be Neurodivergent" to "21 Signs You Might Be Autistic, ADHD, or Both" because it was brought to my attention that the signs listed in this video didn't include other forms of neurodivergencies, like personality disorders, tic disorders, learning disabilities, and so much more. They were strictly related to autism and ADHD, so that's what I changed the title to. I hope this clarifies things!

I got 16 of these and I'm currently asking my doctor for ADHD diagnosis test but I'm constantly battling the "am faking it? Exaggerating?" and I just want to cry. The research I've done for it relates so much to my life but still so scared of being a fake/attention seeker, i feel like I can't speak to anyone about it

List for those trying to keep up. 1. Time Blindness 2. Executive Dysfunction 3. Task Multiplying 4. Inconsistent Sleep needs 5. Emotional Dysregulation 6. Special Interests/Hyper Fixations 7. Missing the Obvious 8. Sensory Sensitivities 9. Rejection Sensitivity 10. Auditory Processing Disorder 11. Meltdowns and Shutdowns 12. Eye Contact 13. Rich Internal World 14. Narrow Range of Stimulation 15. Low Frustration Tolerance 16. Shame Based Motivation 17. Stimming 18. Literal or Metaphorical Communication 19. Black or White Thinking 20. Nonlinear Thinking 21. No Brain Secretary

I was diagnosed with ADHD almost 20 years ago, and this video had me in tears because I don't think I've ever felt so seen.

16/21. Self-diagnosed because I'm 61 and it wasn't a thing when I was young. The one about tasks really got me. One task leads to another and another. I really can't imagine doing things another way. It takes me a whole day to clean my kitchen. Apparently it only takes most people an hour or two.

I'm 99% sure I'm neurodivergent, I'm just scared I'll be wrong in the end. I feel like there are so many things wrong with me that I'll get them all souped up and mixed, it's so stressful, I've been daunting on this for weeks researching potential things I might have, I don't know anymore, I just want a community, people who know how I'm feeling you know

"the world wasnt build for neurodivergent people..." yes true. i feel that way about anxiety or introverts. i feel this society was build for extroverts. ... i always suspected i have autism. Highly sensitive really describes me well...

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

Thank you! Im a 79 year old woman who was recently diagnosed as having ADHD. I protested the H part, but learned it is my brain that is hyperactive, which explains why I often jump ahead of whoever is talking to me and (rudely and often annoyingly) finish their sentences. I asked my therapist if I might be on the spectrum and she pulled out a book and asked me a few questions that I answered. She said she thought most people exhibited some of the signs, and that was normal. Hmmm… I watched this twice and then watched your previous video on self diagnoses, and then rewatched this one. I answered 15 questions, no problem. I think numbers two and 21 are the same, forgive me, I may be wrong, and I don’t really understand #5deregulation. I was often punished as a child for my low grades and not paying attention. My mother often said “she marches to a different drummer, but usually comes to the correct conclusion”. “Back in the day” these symptoms were considered disciplinary problems. Times have changed.

The metaphor of having no secretary in your brain is really spot on 😂 I have tried explaining my high sensitivity to people by telling them my brain has no filter for what is important or not important but will be using this metaphor from now on! Very clear!

Me to my brain: which one sounds familiar? My brain: yes

I love how direct you were! I usually speed up informational videos, anywhere from 1.5 to 2x, but I didn't have to do that for this video. You spoke at an efficient pace, and informed without unnecessary information. Additionally, there's not many videos that cover this subject, especially as well as you did. ✌💜🙂

I love the explination of thoughts being a spiral. Like, for me it feels like building a tower of comfort and then just teleport spawning everywhere in the world. I could have autism, but definately have adhd

I’ve been diagnosed with autism and ADHD. I also have C-PTSD, fibromyalgia, lupus, anxiety, OCD and seizures. I just wanted to connect with others and let you know that you are not dumb because you are neurodivergent. She did miss one for us Autistics, which is our love of routines and when there is disruption in routine or a change, we might feel lost, anxious, anger, frustration, sensory overload or have a meltdown. I can list many times I’ve had meltdowns just from changes in routine alone. (Not to forget the sensory overload I was already in.) We autistics also tend to not understand other people (facial expressions and body language) or our own feelings. (Guilty!) some Autistics are good at recognizing other peoples’ feelings based on body language and facial expressions (not guilty). I judge by tone of voice, but that’s not always accurate unless I personally know the person I am talking to. Thanks for letting me vent if you read my whole comment, Autism and ADHD can be hard to live with. Stay awesome everyone!

I’m 61 and have been living with something that is very similar to what you have described. I learned to manage many things. Had a 25 year career and raised a son, but how much easier and better my life could have been if I had educated teachers, doctors and parents on these conditions. 💕☮️🙏🏼

This is one of the most complete and concise, well defined descriptions of being neurodivergent that I've found. I'm an autistic therapist with ADHD. I'll be sending this video to a lot of my clients.

I've never had learning troubles (I have always did very well in school, I love it even) But I relate to a lot of this. My thing is, I can be hyper, loud, annoying when I'm by myself (or around people i'm comfortable with (which is no one really)), but when other people come around (specifically people I don't know, and distant family) I'm quiet, When they talk I listen, rarely give input, never ask questions unless its life or death, Only speaking if someone speaks to me...Its like i'm 2 different people. I don't open up about anything about myself to ANYONE unless it is a very very specific circumstance....i don't know anymore. :)

Sweet baby Jesus I’m not crazy! My whole life I’ve been told Im stupid or brilliant. But a common thread is im always confused as to why people can’t be direct with what they need. I am at 21/21 and laughed all the way through this video. Life changing. Thank you

I got diagnosed with ADHD last year, and it has changed my life for the better. So many things finally make sense, and I understand now why I always seemed different from everyone else.

My Neuro divergence is making it difficult for me to listen to this video I keep having to go back and repeat what you’re saying I really appreciate your knowledge and truth for us folks whose brains work differently