What we cover
Autism, ADHD and closely related conditions
BrightPost focuses on neurodevelopmental differences: the ones that start in childhood and shape how a person learns, moves, communicates or pays attention. These often show up together, so we cover them as a group.
| Condition | In a few words | Where to start |
|---|---|---|
| Autism (ASD), including what used to be called Asperger's | Differences in social communication, plus focused interests, routines or sensory differences. | Getting a diagnosis · Autism groups |
| ADHD | Ongoing patterns of inattention, hyperactivity or impulsivity that started in childhood. | Adults · ADHD groups |
| Learning differences: dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia | Persistent difficulty with reading, math or writing that isn't explained by teaching or effort. | School evaluations · Learning groups |
| Dyspraxia (developmental coordination disorder) | Difficulty planning and coordinating movement, from handwriting to sports. | Who can diagnose |
| Tourette syndrome and tic disorders | Repeated movements or sounds (tics) that are hard to hold back. | Tourette groups |
| Sensory processing differences | Being over- or under-sensitive to sound, touch, light and more. Not a separate diagnosis in the main manuals, but common with autism and ADHD. | Sensory resources |
| Developmental language disorder (DLD) | Lasting difficulty learning, understanding and using language, not explained by hearing loss or autism. | A speech-language pathologist evaluation · Language resources |
| Intellectual disability | Differences in learning and everyday skills that start in childhood. | The Arc and other groups |
| Twice-exceptional (2e) | Gifted children and adults who also have ADHD, autism or a learning difference. | 2e resources |
| OCD | Unwanted, repeated thoughts and the urge to do things to ease them. Often seen alongside autism, ADHD and tics. | OCD resources |
What we don't cover
We aren't a general mental-health service. For the conditions below, these places can help you find care:
- Depression, anxiety on its own, bipolar disorder, psychosis, eating disorders, trauma and PTSD, and substance use: the SAMHSA National Helpline, 1-800-662-4357, free and open 24/7, gives treatment referrals and information (it isn't counseling). FindTreatment.gov lists state-licensed treatment near you.
- Dementia and brain injury: start with your doctor.
- Any crisis: call or text 988, or call 911 if someone is in danger.
Not sure where you fit? You don't have to know. Self-identification counts here, and the people in our support list can help you sort it out.