Neurodiverse people are often labelled as "weird", "odd", "stupid" or "different". When they seek out a diagnosis or self-diagnose, they are often met with ridicule or dismissal. The right term can feel empowering and aid self-understanding and self-acceptance. "You don't need a label", "Too many people these days have labels",...

Why the Right Term Is Empowering for Neurodiverse People

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You may have seen some new ways to describe when someone is autistic and also has attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The terms “AuDHD” or sometimes “AutiADHD” are being used on social media, with people describing what they experience or have seen as clinicians. 

It might seem surprising these two conditions can co-occur, as some traits appear to be almost opposite. For example, autistic folks usually have fixed routines and prefer things to stay the same, whereas people with ADHD usually get bored with routines and like spontaneity and novelty. 

But these two conditions frequently overlap and the combination of diagnoses...

What is AuDHD? 5 important things to know when someone has both autism and ADHD

Researchers have found evidence that children with high levels of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms show structural brain abnormalities, but treatment with stimulant medications can normalize these differences. This study, published in Neuropsychopharmacology, compared brain structures among children with varying levels of ADHD symptoms and medication use, offering insights into how these medications may help beyond symptom management.

Stimulant medications normalize brain structure in children with ADHD, study suggests

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Medically reviewed by Aleesha Grier, PsyDMedically reviewed by Aleesha Grier, PsyDAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and bipolar disorder (BD) are two separate mental health conditions that affect behaviors and daily life. ADHD is a behavioral disorder that causes problems with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive actions. BD is a mood disorder that causes episodes of manic highs and depressive lows. ADHD and BD conditions share similar symptoms, but there are key differences, such as the available treatment options.Symptoms of ADHD vs. Bipolar DisorderADHD and bipolar disorder share some common symptoms. For example, they both affect a person’s ability to pay attention and concentrate. This...

How To Tell the Difference Between ADHD and Bipolar Disorder

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Nicknaming President Joe Biden “Sleepy Joe” doesn’t seem to be looking so good for Donald Trump now that he’s the old man in the race.A Morning Consult poll published Monday revealed that voters are suddenly viewing Trump as the decrepit candidate after Biden dropped his campaign. Americans are apparently far more likely to describe Vice President Kamala Harris as healthy, mentally fit, and a strong leader than the 78-year-old Republican presidential nominee.According to the poll, 71 percent of respondents agreed that Harris was “in good health,” while 52 percent said the same about Trump—6 percent fewer than believed the same...

Trump Just Got an Embarrassing Wake-Up Call From a Stunning New Poll

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As more and more people start taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss, I was curious about the psychological effects, so I checked in with two mental health professionals to learn more about what happens to your brain when you start Ozempic.

What Happens to Your Brain When You Start Taking Ozempic?

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An Ohio father read from the Bible, told his children he loved them, and called his own father – cryptically telling him that his eldest boy would be “the hardest one” – before he murdered his three young sons in a horror attack at the family home.

Ohio dad read from the Bible and told his three young sons they were the ‘best boys ever’. Then he killed them

Schizophrenia risk factors may include genetics, the environment, and changes in the brain’s structure and function. Not everyone with these factors develops schizophrenia, and not everyone with the condition has a history of these risk factors. Schizophrenia is a chronic mental health disorder that affects thinking and behavior. It...

Which Factors Contribute to the Onset of Schizophrenia?

You may have seen some new ways to describe when someone is autistic and also has attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD). The terms "AuDHD" or sometimes "AutiADHD" are being used on social media, with people describing what they experience or have seen as clinicians. It might seem surprising these two...

AuDHD Explained: Five Things to Know About The Unique Challenges

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These are all things people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, may ask themselves daily, if not hourly. As a family nurse practitioner in primary care, I have diagnosed and treated numerous patients with ADHD. I was also diagnosed with it at the age of 21. Understanding how the wiring differs...

ADHD brains present unique challenges, but the condition is highly treatable − a primary care nurse practitioner with ADHD explains the science

We often don’t think about pelvic health until something goes wrong, like pain during intercourse. Our expert explains how to spot the signs of pelvic dysfunction.

You need to focus on your pelvic health. A doctor explains why

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One Walmart shopper is issuing a warning against buying meat at the massive retail chain—but the reason why isn’t strictly tied to Walmart. It seems that customers at stores such as Walmart believe it's acceptable to grab perishable items, such as meat or dairy, and then place them on any available shelf if they decide they no longer want them.

Walmart customer shares why they will never shop for meat at the store leaving viewers torn

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American Idol judge Carrie Underwood is preparing to spend some time apart from her husband Mike Fisher and their two sons Isaiah and Jacob

Carrie Underwood to spend time apart from husband and two sons as she prepares for family shake-up

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Learn expert-vetted strategies to identify triggers, prevent COPD exacerbations, and ensure quicker recovery.

How to Manage COPD Flare-Ups

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JERSEY CITY – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights (DCR) have issued a Notice of Violation to Let’s Celebrate Urban Renewal, LLC, the owner of a six-story apartment building at 503 Garfield Avenue. The building's sole elevator has been out of service since November 2023, allegedly denying residents with disabilities equal access to their homes.

Apartment Building Denies Disabled Access, Faces Legal Action

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common, chronic condition that affects the gastrointestinal system (GI). Although it does not cause visible harm to the GI tract, it affects the patient’s quality of life and their choice of food. IBS is characterized by various symptoms that differ in severity and frequency.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Understanding the Signs and Symptoms

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Pain from interstitial cystitis and endometriosis is difficult to treat because it is nociplastic pain. Women with these conditions often suffer for years before nociplastic pain is identified. Many women with these conditions experience pain every day. Painful bladder syndrome, also known as interstitial cystitis (IC), and endometriosis are common...

Three Things Women With Chronic Pelvic Pain Need You to Know

NEWARK, N.J. – Sixteen individuals have been charged in connection with a widespread "grandparent scam" that defrauded elderly Americans out of millions of dollars. The charges were announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

16 Charged in Nationwide 'Grandparent Scam'; Millions Stolen

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CAMDEN, N.J. – Ralston Boswell, 34, of Collingswood, New Jersey, has admitted to participating in schemes to fraudulently obtain Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and unemployment insurance benefits. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Plea: Man's PPP & Unemployment Fraud - $209K Scam

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How to Tell Your Child They're Neurodivergent: Strategies and Coping Tools

As diagnostic tools advance, therapy becomes normalized, and parents grow aware of the signs of neurodiversity, rates of neurodiversity are estimated to be between 15-20% of...

How to Tell Your Child They're Neurodivergent: Strategies and Coping Tools

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