The NVLD Project

Check out this new blog as Eileen continues her story, reflecting on the unique experience of being both gifted and learning-disabled, offering personal insights into the challenges, strengths, and lessons that have shaped her journey.

Raising Gifted and Learning Disabled Children: Part B, by Eileen | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal Learning Disability In my previous piece discuss the importance of having similar expectations and goals for all of your children. Now I will continue sharing the importance of this. In addition I...

The pressure to constantly push through challenges can lead to burnout for many neurodivergent individuals, including those with NVLD. Check out this ADDitude article on embracing a healthier mindset and finding ways to prevent and recover from burnout.

How to Design a Soft Life: Spaces That Take the Edge Off ADHD A soft life, enjoyed in cozy spaces, allows ADHD brains to avoid burnout and cortisol spikes by offering a safe space to recharge. Readers share design ti…

In this heartfelt blog, Pamela shares her experience parenting a child with NVLD and the challenges and triumphs that have shaped her family's journey. Check it out below.

I am THAT Mom, by Pamela | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal Learning Disability I am that mom who has had to go toe to toe with all persons interacting either my son who has NVLD. I am that mom stared at with pity-anger-disgust...

Check out this article featuring insights from Refocus, one of the guest speakers at last year's benefit. The article highlights the importance of increasing awareness and understanding of NVLD and the challenges faced by those affected by it.

Understanding NVLD: A Frequently Misunderstood Neurodevelopmental Condition This informal CPD article, ‘Understanding NVLD: A Frequently Misunderstood Neurodevelopmental Condition’, was provided by Refocus, a coaching and workplace support company dedicated to enabling people with ADHD, Autism, NVLD and other forms of neurodivergence to be as effective and productive as...

SAVE THE DATE: Please join us in New York City on November 4th at The Century Association for our annual fundraiser as we celebrate 10 years of The NVLD Project.

Can’t make it in person? You can still support the event by sponsoring or donating through our website.

"Visual-spatial processing is the ability to tell where objects are in space." This important skill impacts everything from math and reading maps to coordination and organization. For many individuals with NVLD and other learning differences, challenges with visual-spatial processing can affect daily life in ways others may not immediately see.

What is visual-spatial processing? Visual-spatial processing is the ability to tell where objects are in space. People use it to read maps, learn to catch, and solve math problems. Learn more.

In this new blog, Eileen reflects on her experiences growing up with NVLD and the unique challenges and perspectives that shaped her journey. Check it out below.

Raising Gifted and Learning Disabled Children: Part A, by Eileen | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal Learning Disability Growing up with an older sister who excelled in everything and held multiple leadership roles such as being a class officer made me inspired to overcome as much as I...

Check out this blog by one of our Project Ambassadors, Brian, as he shares his personal experience with family rejection, friendship, and learning to embrace himself as an adult with NVLD.

Learning to Be Disliked: My Personal Experience With Family Rejection and Making Friends as an Adult, by Brian | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal Learning Disability Living with NVLD (Nonverbal Learning Disorder) has shaped many of my social experiences, especially when it comes to relationships, rejection, and trying to connect with others. One of the hardest...

Burnout isn't just a concern for individuals with ADHD; it can also affect many people with NVLD who spend years navigating challenges with social situations, organization, and self-advocacy. The constant effort required to meet expectations can be exhausting.

Check out this article from ADDitude on recognizing the signs of burnout and why understanding your needs is an important part of maintaining well-being.

“What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before My Flaming ADHD Burnout” Burnout halts adults with ADHD when they take on too many responsibilities at work in order to “prove themselves.” Here is what I learned from crashing an…

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