Depression is a diverse disorder that presents itself in many different forms depending on the person. Not every depression symptom is exhibited in someone. Nor does anyone fit the clinical mold of what depression should look like. It’s not just about feeling ‘down’ and having a loss of interest in everyday activities you once loved. …
Since learning of my son’s diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, I’m trying to find ways to make life easier and happier for him. Although I’m finding managing his symptoms of autism and sensory processing disorder to be challenging, there are things I am adding to my home to help. Now I’m on the hunt for …
One of the diagnostic criteria symptoms for autism is repetitive body movements like hand flapping, rocking, and more. These behaviors are known as stimming behaviors. While these behaviors are normally not a cause for concern, some stimming behaviors can become dangerous for a child with autism. For children with oral stimming, there are …
Children explore the world with their senses. But for children with autism or sensory processing disorder, sensory input is overwhelming and often leads to an overreaction or underreaction to everyday stimuli. Incorporating sensory integration therapy into your child’s daily routine can help your child explore, create, and calm the senses leading to desensitization to …
Are you trying to conceive? Whether you’re trying naturally or through fertility treatment, trying to conceive is a unique journey filled with plenty of joys and many struggles. For some women (like myself) getting pregnant is not easy and doesn’t happen by accident. It takes many months or even years to have a baby. …