Autism and Independence: Support for Adults on the Spectrum Navigating Responsibilities For autistic adults who are intellectually capable and often perceived as “neurotypical,” the challenges of managing adult responsibilities can feel overwhelming. Many individuals experience difficulties not due to a lack of capability, but because they simply don’t know what questions to ask or what […]
trauma
GLUT1 SLC2A1 Gene Mutation
GLUT1 SLC2A1 Gene Mutation – Mimicking ASD At 15 years old we finally realized that our child had a mutation on the SLC2A1 gene which resulted in a diagnosis of GLUT1 Deficiency Syndrome (GLUT1 DS). This is another allegedly rare genetic disorder that affects the brain’s ability to get enough energy from glucose, leading to […]
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 […]
Grief and Loss
Experiencing and Resolving Grief and Loss when your person is still here Can we survive and thrive when our loved one has a mental illness (whatever the reason for the dysregulation may be)? This is a tough one to write because we are never supposed to negatively share our feelings about our loved one’s health […]
Gratitude
Gratitude Journaling for Mental Wellness 7 reasons why gratitude journaling may be something you do. (free 30-day gratitude planner download) This life can honestly make us feel like we are stuck, stuck in quicksand with no one pulling us out. Self-care is something I want to engage in, but with no time for the gym […]