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The butterfly on Basil's face is a symbol for ADHD. Abe has the infinity which represents autism.
So one thing I've been dealing with recently is getting an adult diagnosis for ADHD. ADHD, or Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is something that has really caused me a lot of struggle in my life. Worrying about forgetting things, losing track of my actions half way through, irritability, being trapped in day dreams, annoying people by talking too much and emphasizing myself more than I should etc. As such, there's also a possibility that while testing I may be diagnosed with ASD (autism spectrum disorder).
I've always thought of myself as an extrovert grappling with anxiety and this may just be a manifestation of ADHD. That core feeling is what inspired Basil as a character. Likewise, Abe is based on people I know with ASD who tend to retreat inwards and operate by routine. Upon reflection, I think the characters of Spotting Basil are neurodivergent. This was not something I intended when putting pen to paper, but the people around me who inspired the characters as well as my own neurodivergence informed them.
While waiting on my diagnosis it gave me great comfort to think of my characters this way. I hope this image can give a few of you some comfort too.
So one thing I've been dealing with recently is getting an adult diagnosis for ADHD. ADHD, or Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is something that has really caused me a lot of struggle in my life. Worrying about forgetting things, losing track of my actions half way through, irritability, being trapped in day dreams, annoying people by talking too much and emphasizing myself more than I should etc. As such, there's also a possibility that while testing I may be diagnosed with ASD (autism spectrum disorder).
I've always thought of myself as an extrovert grappling with anxiety and this may just be a manifestation of ADHD. That core feeling is what inspired Basil as a character. Likewise, Abe is based on people I know with ASD who tend to retreat inwards and operate by routine. Upon reflection, I think the characters of Spotting Basil are neurodivergent. This was not something I intended when putting pen to paper, but the people around me who inspired the characters as well as my own neurodivergence informed them.
While waiting on my diagnosis it gave me great comfort to think of my characters this way. I hope this image can give a few of you some comfort too.
Category Artwork (Digital) / All
Species Pig / Swine
Size 2046 x 1801px
File Size 3.46 MB
I have ADHD / ASD myself, and there is nothing wrong having it.
Yerh i understand its a hard thing to accept you got this disorderes when you get them as an young adult.. i even had an old friend who got ADHD himself.. he didnt like the thought and was almost trying killing himself.. but lucky he didnt.
There is nothing wrong with you. we all have disorderes.. yerh some ppl are to proud to say they have nothing, but we all have!
your disorderes making you who you are! noone shall try change you from that.. thats make you unique ;)
Yerh i understand its a hard thing to accept you got this disorderes when you get them as an young adult.. i even had an old friend who got ADHD himself.. he didnt like the thought and was almost trying killing himself.. but lucky he didnt.
There is nothing wrong with you. we all have disorderes.. yerh some ppl are to proud to say they have nothing, but we all have!
your disorderes making you who you are! noone shall try change you from that.. thats make you unique ;)
To be specific, the characters being this way gives me comfort in feeling not alone not necessarily that I'm scared or unaccepting of my neurodivergence. I think my neurodivergence is a blessing as much as it's been a hindrance to my ability to connect to others.
I greatly appreciate your words of encouragement!
I greatly appreciate your words of encouragement!
As an adult with ADHD (and possibly ASD) I can feel for this so hard. Being diagnosed as a kid, I didn’t really understand it. All I knew was I had to take my Concerta every morning with breakfast, no ifs, ands, or buts about it. Like yeah, sometimes I fidgeted or had bouts of endless energy, but I was a kid in school. That’s how I thought kids were supposed to be.
Looking back, having actually researched it and how it affects both children and adults, it’s crazy how much of my problems with socializing, anxiety, and even depression correspond to certain symptoms of ADHD that I was completely unaware of.
That being said, it helps knowing I’m a part of the furry community. The fandom is so full of so many neurodivergent people with enough empathy and patience to understand each other. I’ve met and befriended so many furs that deal with mental health, from depression, to ADHD, to ASD, to BPD, to anxiety, to OCD, and we all have each other’s backs. I hope you’re able to say the same, and if not… well, we’re right here if you ever need us.
Looking back, having actually researched it and how it affects both children and adults, it’s crazy how much of my problems with socializing, anxiety, and even depression correspond to certain symptoms of ADHD that I was completely unaware of.
That being said, it helps knowing I’m a part of the furry community. The fandom is so full of so many neurodivergent people with enough empathy and patience to understand each other. I’ve met and befriended so many furs that deal with mental health, from depression, to ADHD, to ASD, to BPD, to anxiety, to OCD, and we all have each other’s backs. I hope you’re able to say the same, and if not… well, we’re right here if you ever need us.
Yeah. I was diagnosed as a kid but my mother didn't want me medicated. She didn't feel comfortable with me taking drugs so I had to cope alone. Since then I've lost the documentation proving I had ADHD and instead im having to prove extensively that I have it to a board. In California it is extremely difficult to get a diagnosis as people say that they have it when they just want to abuse Adderall. I am personally disinterested in Adderall even though I've had it once before and it worked for me. I just don't want to be reliant on it chemically.
Thank you for sharing your own experiences your dealing with now as an adult with ADHD. Makes me feel seen. I did a paper in high school about how most people see ADHD as a social construct and a major excuse for misbehaving children and irresponsible adults. I didn't know this butterfly represents those with ADHD I will have to look more into this.
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