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Yes, you can potty train an autistic child. Here are tips to help you when potty training an autistic child and ways to work with nonverbal and nonspeaking children.

Tips for Potty Training an Autistic Child

A new study published in the journal Autism Research sheds light on the attentional patterns of young autistic children and their relationship with sensory experiences. The researchers found notable connections between “sticky attention” and certain sensory behaviors, such as heightened sensory responsiveness and intense interests. Additionally, the study uncovered a novel attentional pattern dubbed “springy attention,” where autistic children tended to return their gaze to familiar stimuli rather than focusing on new ones.

Sticky attention in autism: Scientists make unexpected discovery when analyzing eye-tracking data

Early adolescence is a time of change in every dimension of a person's life, including intense brain-building. From age 11 to 14, neural plasticity is greater than at any time other than early childhood. Early adolescence is a time of great vulnerability as well as opportunity, a heightened danger for...

ADHD in Early Adolescence: Challenges and Opportunities

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 the population. I am among that number, as are my two children. Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a statement...

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

Ketamine treatment not only alleviates symptoms of treatment-resistant depression but also enhances social pleasure and empathetic behaviors, according to new research published in the American Journal of Psychiatry. This discovery provides evidence that ketamine can have entactogenic effects. Empathy is crucial for social cohesion among mammals, including humans. It encompasses...

Ketamine as an entactogen: Scientists reveal intriguing impact on social pleasure and empathy

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The findings suggest the levels of certain fatty acid in the umbilical cord blood during pregnancy have an impact on the development of autism spectrum disorder.

Researchers may have found the cause of autism

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

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Here’s all the royal news you need to know for the week leading up to August 2, 2024, from a royal baby gender reveal to a new update from Meghan Markle about her kids.

Royal News Roundup: a New Royal Baby, a Royal Gender Reveal & an Update on Archie & Lilibet from Meghan Markle

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Hoarding behavior, often depicted in media as extreme clutter and an inability to discard items, is more than just a habit of collecting. It’s a complex psychological condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Understanding the psychological reasons behind hoarding behavior can help in developing effective treatments and support mechanisms for those affected.

The psychology behind hoarding behavior

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A woman told deputies a 15-year-old girl was tied up in the backyard in need of medical attention with "a hole in her leg and lesions on her arms," cops said. The girl had been there for three days.
The post Dad left his 15-year-old daughter ratchet strapped to tree next to chicken coop for 3 days because she goes to the bathroom on herself and ‘cannot be trusted’: Cops first appeared on Law & Crime.

Dad left his 15-year-old daughter ratchet strapped to tree for 3 days because she goes to the bathroom on herself and 'cannot be trusted': Cops

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AN 18-year-old Exeter University student tragically died on her mum’s shoulder after having a horror allergic reaction. Lily King had been on holiday to celebrate top grades in her first year of University but had began to feel ill after eating chicken and chips. Lily and her mum Aicha, 56, were coming to the end […]

Girl, 18, ‘died on her mum’s shoulder’ after horror reaction to chicken and chips on family holiday

One of the most important ways to cope with misophonia at school is to get the support of adults. Misophonia can make school challenging, but there are ways to help your child cope. Coping with misophonia at school is a conversation that comes up often for me with clients. There...

How to Cope with Misophonia at School

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Symptoms of the condition vary from person to person, but there are a few feelings and habits to note.

The 9 Biggest Signs Of Autism In Adulthood

Prayer has been an integral part of many cultures and religions for centuries. It serves as a spiritual practice, a form of meditation, and a means of seeking comfort and guidance. But beyond its spiritual significance, there is growing evidence that prayer can positively impact one’s health and longevity. This article explores seven compelling reasons why people who pray tend to live longer.

7 reasons people who pray live longer

American Skyler Mapes and Italian local Giuseppe Morisani spent a magical evening together in Rome. Then they drove across Italy together. Here’s what happened.

She hit it off with the guy she met at the bar on vacation. Then he sent her an unexpected text message

Whether or not we want to, women can do it all. We're excelling in our careers, overtaking higher education, and acting as caregivers, chauffeurs, and chefs for loved ones. But this endless cycle often leads to stress, limited time for self-care, and poor sleep, which can take a toll on mental health by impacting your brain chemistry.

GABA Helps Women Sleep & Decreases Signs Of Depression

Luke Jackson says he wished the document was available when he left university.

New autism 'passport' to help people find work

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Canadian pole vaulter Alysha Newman was already quite popular heading into the Paris Olympics. Over the past few weeks, however, she has taken that step from pretty popular to household name.   Newman, 30, earned her first Olympic medal this week. She won bronze in the pole vault.  ...

Swimsuit Photo Of Canadian Pole Vaulter Alysha Newman Is Going Viral

There is now more information available about autism than ever before, thanks to platforms like Instagram and TikTok, as well as TV shows such as “Atypical,” “Love on the Spectrum,” “Speechless,” and “Parenthood.” Additionally, several well-known celebrities have shared their diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in interviews and on social media.

15 Famous Americans on the Autism Spectrum

Dementia is a silent, yet devastating condition that slowly steals the essence of our loved ones. Watching my elderly parents grapple with dementia has been one of the most challenging experiences of my life. It’s not just about memory loss; it’s about losing pieces of who they are. This article delves into how dementia affects my elderly parents, providing a personal perspective on the emotional, physical, and psychological toll it takes on them and our family.

How dementia affects the elderly

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Could you be autistic? Discover with the RAADS-14 test

Have you ever wondered why social interactions can be so challenging for you, or why certain sensory experiences seem overwhelming? Perhaps you’ve been told you’re a...

Could you be autistic? Discover with the RAADS-14 test

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