What Is AuDHD? A Christian Counselor in Texas Explains
Dr. Ronald Jenkins
The term AuDHD is a combination of the word “autism” and the acronym “ADHD.” It refers to a neurodevelopmental disorder that doesn’t fit into a single diagnostic category of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). While not an official diagnosis or a clinical term, it is commonly used to describe the co-occurrence of both these conditions. AuDHD Versus Autism and ADHD Autism and ADHD are separate conditions, each with its own set of symptoms and diagnostic criteria. Autism typically affects the way you communicate and experience the world, whereas ADHD primarily impacts attention and impulse control. AuDHD, on the other hand, influences both and can create an internal...
continue reading »
