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MUST Haves for the Neurodivergent Adult (ASD, ADHD)- Sensory and Organization Aids
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items As neurodivergent person with a neurodivergent adult daughter, these have been lifesavers to help reduce stress, find missing items, and just feel better all the way around!
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Adult Fidgets /Sensory Tactile Helps
Aromatherapy Sensory Helps for Relaxing the Mind
Visual Aids for ADD/ADHD/Autism
Aids to Keep Organized!
NeuroSpicy & Thriving: Books that Speak Your Language
Adult Fidgets /Sensory Tactile Helps
These are my tried and true sensory fidgets/anxiety go tos when in meetings or stressful situations!
These are the best smell good, feel good, weighted bears!!! After a long day, curl up and relax!
Cozy Microwavable Lavender Bear Hugs
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Ok, I have 2 sets! I LOVE them! I don’t go anywhere without my sensory stones. And the smell… it’s ah-mazing!!!
Lifelines Sensory Essentials Travel Set
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This is amazing!!! The pages are softly textured and the gel path on the front helps with stressful meetings!
LifeLines Sensory Journal Pen Diffuser Set
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Of all the sensory stones… these are my favorite!
Lifelines Scent-Infused Grounding Stones, 2-Pack
My favorite travel partner… great headrest and perfect to squeeze! Soft and just the right length!
Snoozimals 20" Axolotl Plush
Weighted blanket for those much needed decompression moments!
yescool 20 lbs Weighted Blanket, Grey, 60x80
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When you don’t need a full blanket but something to take the edge off the day…
Kaisa 7 lbs Weighted Lap Blanket, 41"x53"
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Perfect for stress/anxiety relief
550pcs Ferrite Putty Fidget Toys for Stress
I use these during big group meetings. It really helps me focus while dampening all of the other loud extraneous chatter!
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These are great textures sensory stones. I keep one in my pocket for stressful meetings!
Yellow Door Sensory Worry Stones - Set of 12
Yes… for those days that end in “y”… a fun way to reduce stress!!!
Dammit Button Stress Relief Desk Toy, the Official Button of Mondays! Novelty Gag Gift
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When you really want to throw it… grab a motivational stress ball, breathe and squeeze your anxiety away!
Juvale 6 Pack Motivational Stress Ball for Adults, Hot Pink Sensory Ball for Women, Inspirational Hand Exercise Balls, 2.5 In
Not your average “Chewelry”… this grown up Pendant is Modren, Lightweight, Chewable, and Discreet!!!
Black Chewelry Pendant Modern Lightweight Chewable Silicone Necklace Holiday Autism ASD ADHD Fiddle Fidget Pendant Anxiety Relief
These Sensory Mats are small in size but big on calming power—perfect for students, parents, or adults with AuDHD who benefit from tactile input. Each set includes five textured mats with smooth backs for easy placement on desks or tables, and a hand...
MindWare Sensory Genius Mini Sensory Mats
Aromatherapy Sensory Helps for Relaxing the Mind
Small your stress away- Seriously! Some of my favorites to keep my mind calm via scents- hope you find peace at the beach or with A Walk In The Woods scents too!
The BEST smelling pens… Ever!So calming!!!
Lifelines Pen Diffuser Set, 2-Pack
My favorite scent…. And my favorite type of plant… no maintenance necessary!
Lifelines Planter Diffuser - Succulent
If you are like me, weird car scents give me a headache. I have a few essential oils that I really like. These reusable car/vent air fresheners are perfect because my car smells good in a scent that I love!
Autism Awareness Puzzle Air Freshener Clip
Who doesn't love lava lamps AND aromatherapy? Great to calm the nerves in crazy work meetings!
Lifelines Scented Lava Pen Set 2pk Blue/Red
If you’re looking to add some calm to your space, this essential oil diffuser is a total game changer. It’s super quiet, has 9 soothing light colors to set the mood, and even comes with a remote so you can control it without getting up. I honestly lo...
200ml Essential Oil Diffuser + Remote
This neck wrap is my go-to for instant relaxation — you can heat it up or chill it, depending on what your body needs. The gentle pressure feels amazing on tired shoulders, and the calming scent of lavender just melts the stress away.
Hot & Cold Neck Shoulder Wrap Pad - Cooling & Warming + Calming Lavender
Visual Aids for ADD/ADHD/Autism
If you have photophobia or light sensitivity like I do, these will really help! Not only does it help my migraines, but it also helps with my anxiety and helps me focus.
Smart lighting for sensory soothing
Govee Smart Color Changing Light Bulbs 4PK
I also have migraines… this helps with migraines and light sensitivity (bright overhead lights)
BRADDELL FL-41 & FL-60 Tinted Migraine Glasses
I use these in my classroom as well as on metal overhead lights in my house. They are wonderful in blocking out the extreme lights.
Magnetic Fluorescent Light Covers 4x2 ft
Bright lights in the middle of the night keepme from falling back to sleep when I go to the bathroom. These motion sensor lights give me enough light to see to walk but not trigger my light sensitivity.
Color Changing LED Night Light w/ Motion Sensor
Aids to Keep Organized!
These have been my lifesaver!!! I lose my keys and it even helps me find my car- I keep an AirTag in my trunk!!!
Apple AirTag (4 Pack)
Keep your air tags color coded and easily attachable to all things that get lost. I have one on my keys, both book bags and one in my car (when I can’t find it in the parking lot!)
Insten 4 Pack Silicone Case & Keychain Ring Compatible with AirTag / Air Tag, Accessories Holder, 4 Colors
Can say enough about how much I love this planner. I color coordinate my papers by subject/business/school, use the pocket inserts and the BEST thing? No frayed edges!!!! The pages can be taken out and put back in… with NO mess like other notebooks!!...
Talia Discbound Notebook Planner, Customizable
This paper pack goes in my dis bound notebook and the pockets, stickers and colored papers keep me ORGANIZED!!!!
Talia Discbound Notebook Refills, Letter
NeuroSpicy & Thriving: Books that Speak Your Language
Being neurodivergent can be a lot (trust me, I understand) - but it can also be POWERFUL! These reads offer relatable stories, helpful tools, and gentle encouragement for teens and adults who feel everything a little more, think a little differently,...
As someone who’s beautifully neuro-spicy myself, this book felt like a breath of fresh air. Self-Care for Autistic People is filled with over 100 real, supportive exercises that actually get it—no masking required. It celebrates who we are, helps us ...
Self-Care for Autistic People - by Megan Anna Neff
As someone with a neurospicy brain, I love that Self-Care for People with ADHD meets me where I am—no masking, no pressure. It’s packed with 100+ tips to support your mental and physical wellness in ADHD-friendly ways. From managing the hard stuff to...
Self-Care for People with ADHD - by Sasha Hamdani