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Tagged Neurodiversity

All articles on the Glassy blog tagged Neurodiversity.

Why streaks are hostile: designing for ADHD brains

Jun 11, 2026 · 6 min read

Streaks, badges, and gamified pressure are standard retention tactics in productivity apps. For ADHD brains, they are not motivators — they are punishment. Here is the design philosophy behind removing them.

Designing for neurodivergent brains

Jun 8, 2026 · 6 min read

Glassy was designed from the start for nonlinear brains. No streaks, no red badges, reduced motion respected. Here is the design philosophy behind it.

Best note-taking tools for neurodivergent adults in 2026

Jun 6, 2026 · 8 min read

An honest review of note-taking and productivity tools designed for ADHD, autism, and other neurodivergent brains. What works, what does not, and why most apps get it wrong.