Her Campus at Pitt
Is It Time To Re-Evaluate The Status Of Autism As A “Disorder”?
Autism is, and always has been, a very poorly understood condition.
Her Campus at Exeter
Coping with neurodivergence at University.
Having a neurodivergence like ADHD or Autism (or both, like me!) can feel isolating and overwhelming, and the move to university can make it feel like they’ve been heightened by one...
Her Campus at UCSB
Self-Diagnosis: Is It Valid?
Is it valid to self-diagnosis yourself? Let's weigh the pros and cons.
Her Campus at UPR
Our Goth Darlings: Wednesday Addams and Emily the Strange
Wednesday Addams and Emily the Strange are our goth darlings, two sides of the same coin. How are they alike and different, and why do we adore them?
Her Campus at KCL
Misogyny, Femininity, And Consent: Investigating The Psyche Of The Crazy Cat Lady
Discover the sinister origins of the 'Crazy Cat Lady' and learn why a cat's unique perception of consent and trust makes it a perfect pet for women and the...
Her Campus at Bradley U
7 Tips to Incorporate Alternative Seating into your Life
I hate chairs. I'm sorry, but from my perspective, the traditional seating options are uncomfortable and mild torture. Chairs shove the complex human body into a stiff, uncomfortable, 90...
Her Campus at Wilfrid Laurier
Why Young Autistic Women Don’t Get Properly Diagnosed
For most people, the word “autism” brings a specific stereotype to mind: a young boy, often labelled a genius, with relatively no social skills. You might also associate him...
Her Campus at UCD
Neurodivergent Representation in the Media
When first viewing the trailer for Sia’s 2017 movie Music, I was met with Kate Hudson’s wild child character receiving a letter from her deceased grandmother, begging her to...
Her Campus at Wilfrid Laurier
What It’s Like Getting Diagnosed with ADHD as an Adult
When I was in high school, I had a feeling something wasn’t right. I was really struggling with getting my work done but had no idea what it could...