Recently there has been a growing discussion and acceptance of neurodivergence, leading to an increase in the number of people who identify with the label “autistic”. The mental health community has some history of being unwelcoming or outright hostile to autistic communities, creating unsafe environments or mislabeling certain behaviors. Many practitioners are unsure of how…
Neurodiversity
Beyond the Crown: Understanding Sensory Sensitivities in Black Hair Care
I came across a TikTok video of a young Black girl with big, beautiful natural hair experiencing her first blowout and silk press. During the flat ironing process, she began to cry, overwhelmed by the sensation of heat. The stylist responded with care and compassion, gently wiping away her tears and adjusting her pace to…
