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Short reads, real stories and news on neurodivergent life.

The Understanding Zoe blog shares short, plain-language articles for families raising neurodivergent children, neurodivergent adults, and the people who support them. You will find recent stories, practical tips and Australian neurodivergence news. For step-by-step guides, see our Guides. Understanding Zoe is a neurodivergent app made in Australia.

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16 Oct 2026Laetitia Andrac

Neurodivergent burnout is about more than being tired

Neurodivergent burnout is rarely just tiredness. It sits on top of sleep deprivation, hormonal shifts, gut issues and nervous system overload. Naturopath and Autistic ADHDer Caitlin Hooper explains what's actually happening in neurodivergent bodies during burnout, why standard health advice misses the mark, and what recovery looks like when you respect your actual capacity. The key: start with sleep, simplify before adding more, and learn to let other people help.

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