Transitioning to Adulthood with Autism, not a linear proposition: For our family, the journey has been about identifying developmental gaps and building independence step by step. Using a concept map, we’re revisiting missed milestones with the goal of helping our child gain back some resilience and confidence. I don’t think anyone could describe our experience […]
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Comparison Charts for Letter Disorders (ASD, NPD, BPD, OCD, ADHD)
Letter Disorders, Comparison Charts, Overlapping Symptoms. I am always confused, so I made myself some comparison charts with the help of AI. If you are also confused you may find these charts helpful. Always check with your doc, this was AI-generated with my specific questions so yours may be different but at least it is […]
Psilocybin
Psilocybin and Mental Health: Navigating Therapeutic and Legal Landscapes Psilocybin, the psychedelic compound in “magic mushrooms,” has garnered attention for its potential in mental health treatment. This naturally occurring substance is being explored for its therapeutic benefits, particularly in areas like treatment-resistant depression, anxiety in terminal illnesses, addiction, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Therapeutic Potential […]
Self Soothing, a teachable skill.
HOW TO HELP A CHILD BEGIN TO SELF-SOOTHE Helping a child learn to self-soothe is an important skill for their emotional development. Teach Calming Techniques: Teach the child age-appropriate techniques like taking deep breaths, counting to ten, or using a calming phrase or word. Provide Comfort Objects: A soft toy, a security blanket, or a special […]
Food in America
Foods Banned in Europe but Readily Available in America: Examining Regulatory Differences Many moons ago, some of the very first interventions we tried were dietary. Feingold diet, gluten-free, dairy-free, corn free, and on and on and on until I monitored every single thing I fed my kids for dyes, chemicals, and toxicities. It was exhausting. […]