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Rebecca Ellis

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Do you lose your whole day to one appointment? ‘Waiting mode’ may be why

Do you lose your whole day to one appointment? ‘Waiting mode’ may be why

A growing term for a familiar feeling: how ‘waiting mode’ captures the difficulty of time and anticipation.

12.06.2026 10

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Rebecca Ellis

Dopamine menus: can small pleasures help us get unstuck?

For some neurodivergent people, motivation isn’t just about willpower. A growing trend known as ‘dopamine menus’ offers a way to access...

04.06.2026 10

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Rebecca Ellis

Why dating can be tough for autistic people – and what may make it easier

For many autistic people, dating brings added challenges, from miscommunication to overstimulation.

29.07.2025 10

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Rebecca Ellis

Autistic people’s experiences of periods are under-researched – here’s why that needs to change

From sensory sensitivities to a lack of accessible information, periods can present unique challenges for autistic people.

22.04.2025 20

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Rebecca Ellis

Misokinesia: when repetitive movements are infuriating to some people

For some, a bouncing leg or a clicking pen is harmless. But for those with misokinesia, these small, repetitive movements can trigger intense...

02.04.2025 9

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Rebecca Ellis