Tragedy Into Triumph: The Susan D. Lyons Foundation For Hope
By Kevin Toliver-Lyons Turning Tragedy Into Triumph In 2014 my mother and best friend…
Traveling With Neurodiverse Kids This Holiday Season? Don’t Leave Before Reading These Tips
By Jessica Leving The Stress of Holiday Traveling for Neurodiverse Families Ah, the holidays.…
Mental Health & Relationships: Why We Sabotage Love
By Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT The Startling Reason We Sabotage Love Most relationships fail…
When Your Parent Has Parkinson’s
By Lisa Thomas McIntosh Dr. Jim Thomas – My Dad, My Hero Parkinson’s Disease may have…
Brain Benefits of Exercise for Autism & Learning Differences
Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer Daniel Stein discusses how exercising the body can be good for people with autism and other learning differences.
The Differences Between Narcissism And Self-Love
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explores the differences between narcissism and self-love.
Using Neurodiversity to Build Learning Communities with Social & Emotional Strength
Educator Felicia Mizgorski explores different learning intelligences and offers a game to help recognize them.
Is Your Dog More Emotionally Intelligent Than You?
Dogs can be highly emotionally intelligent, and thanks to the tips and tools in this article by Laura Berger, so can you!
The Inner Lives of Women with Learning Disabilities
Denise Brodey discusses the challenges women with learning challenges can have both hiding and sharing their diagnoses.
Epilepsy Advocacy: Speaking Out and Making a Difference
Epilepsy self-advocate Tom McGranahan, Jr. discusses why he believes advocacy is so important.
How Shame Becomes Toxic
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains what shame is, how it feels, and how it can become toxic.
Meaningful Employment & Autism: A Self-Advocate’s Perspective
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses what he considers meaningful employment, and explores the challenges people on the spectrum face in finding it.
Self-Compassion: The Indispensable Tool
Dr. Cholet Kelly Josué explains what self-compassion is, and how practicing it can improve our lives.
Helping Autism Parents Through Preventive Medicine
Shaudae McMillan discusses the challenges autism parents have when seeking support for themselves, and offers tips to find it.
Differentiate Learning Using Multiple Intelligences
Public school educator Felicia Mizgorski explains how using differentiation in the classroom aids in utilizing multiple forms of intelligence amongst neurodiverse students.
Mental Health & Relationships: Loving an Abuser
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains why people fall in love with abusers, and offers steps to end abusive relationships.
How NAD Treatments Could Improve Brain Health
Certified addiction specialist Andrey Rossin discusses NAD, and the important role it plays in maintaining the health of our brains.
Onboarding First Day – Dyslexia Style
Corporate consultant, author and speaker Tiffany Sunday gives people with dyslexia tips for to have a successful first day of a new job.
Relating To Kids In a Way That Can Optimize Their Development
Lina Maria Moyano, Ed.D., L.C.S.W. covers some of the principles that can assist parents in relating to their child in a way that is optimal for the child’s development.
Mental Health & Relationships: Why “Ghosting” Happens
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses 8 reasons "ghosting" happens, and offers tips for coping.
PositiviTeens®: Parenting Teens In The Digital Age
Sherry Kelly, Ph.D. discusses some of the signs that overuse of technology may be harming your teen's emotional well-being.
The “Real” Wanda: Becoming an Openly Autistic Mom
Advocate Wanda Deschamps discusses the emotional challenges that led to her diagnosis with autism and PTSD, and how she is now happily succeeding.
What Is It Like To Have Epilepsy?
Epilepsy self-advocate Tom McGranahan, Jr. discusses what life with seizures is like, and highlights the importance of staying positive.
Overcoming Trauma After Abuse
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how to deal with the traumatic aftermath of relationships involving abuse.
Embracing Autism in College
Eric Endlich, Ph.D., autism self-advocate, clinical psychologist, and founder of Top College Consultants, discusses strategies for maximizing the opportunities for college students on the spectrum.
Worry Less Now: The Three P’s of Anxiety
Laura Berger and Glen Tibaldeo highlight some of the main causes of anxiety, and gives some tools and tips to overcome them.
No Place Like Home: Understanding The “Medical Home” Method of Medical Care
Sara Parvinian, M.D. discusses "Medical Home" - a new method of providing the best, affordable care to patients in comfortable settings and with optimized communication.
Mental Health & Relationships: Avoiding Manipulation
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses manipulation within interpersonal relationships, and offers ways to identify the tactics of manipulators.
8 Ways Listening to Music Helps The Brain
Curtis Dean offers 8 ways that listening to music can improve the function of our brains.
Can Therapy Help Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses whether or not therapy can be helpful to people with Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
Buying a Car on The Autism Spectrum
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses his fixation with cars, and the issues that people on the spectrum can have during the process of buying a vehicle.
Experiential Learning: Social-Emotional Growth Through Storytelling
Eva Grayzel discusses how she uses storytelling for social development in kids, and offers tips for everyone to use this important tool.
What is Self Esteem?
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT details what self-esteem is, and looks at the powerful connections it has to our emotional well-being
Autism Hiring Initiatives and the Importance of Workplace Inclusion
Marcelle Ciampi, M.Ed. discusses the importance of combining workplace diversity, inclusion, and ongoing support in setting up employees with autism for success.
Why Narcissists Act the Way They Do
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the psychological and emotional origins of narcissistic traits.
Becoming a General Pediatrician for Neurodiverse Children
Sara Parvinian, M.D. discusses becoming a pediatrician, and highlights the important role treating patients with special needs should play for every doctor.
How Parents Can Help Their Children With Misophonia
Shaylynn Hayes and Dr. Jennifer Jo Brout offer tips for how parents can better assist their children with misophonia.
Preparing for the True Costs of Alzheimer’s Care
Julia Merrill looks at some ways to anticipate the costs and requirements of medical and long-term care for loved ones with Alzheimer's.
Mental Health & Relationships: How to Leave a Narcissist or Abuser
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT offers tips for overcoming self doubt while ending relationships with narcissistic or abuse partners.
How Traveling Has Helped my OCD
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses the challenges posed by his co-occurring OCD, and how traveling has forced him to find way around his obsessive thoughts.
Our Autism Journey with a Canine Companion
Pamela Minelli details how a canine companion changed the life of her son with autism.
We Belong: Honoring Neurodiverse and Specially Abled Musicians
Musician and educator Joseph S. Lento share his new project for highlighting the accomplishments of specially abled musicians: the We Belong Performing Arts Virtual Hall of Fame.
Low-Cost (and Easy) Solutions for Aging in Place
Here are a few ways to make your home more senior-friendly, and help prevent some of the most common injuries.
Addressing Neurodiversity Through Universal Design
David Banes discusses looking at the concepts of Universal Design through the lens of accommodating the differences in our brains.
Need-Fulfillment: the Key to Happiness
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains how meeting our needs may be the key to happiness.
Developing Healthy Relationships for Young Adults with Autism & Learning Differences
Pilar Page, MSW and Mike Vaughn, M.Ed. of the College Internship Program (CIP) highlight how through healthy communication, young adults with autism and other learning differences can effectively develop healthy relationships within their community.
The Evolutionary Advantages of Mental Illness
Comedian and mental illness self-advocate Frank King discusses how he feels the abilities that come along with neurodiversity may have roots in our ancestors.
5 Self-Care Activities You Can Do as a Family
When you imagine self-care, you probably picture solo activities such as taking a long bubble bath or going for a run. And if you're a parent, your next thought is probably how to go about accomplishing these feats, as you don’t have time for anything. But the truth is, self-care doesn't have to be solitary!
Mental Health On The Autism Spectrum: a Self-Advocate’s Perspective
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses the importance of caring for mental health to avoid "autistic burnout".
What is a Covert Narcissist?
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains the characteristics of covert narcissists, and looks at their impacts on relationships.
Noise Sensitivity On The Autism Spectrum
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses how he copes with noise sensitivity issues.
Co-Occurrence of Psychiatric Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities: What Caregivers Should Know
Coralia Ivan-Suciu provides education and specific resources to the caregivers of individuals dually diagnosed with an intellectual disability and a psychiatric disorder.
What is the Imposter Syndrome?
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses "imposter syndrome": feeling like a fraud due to self-doubt and lack of confidence.
Autism & Independence: Supporting Parents Through the Transition
Amalia Starr discusses the importance of supporting parents of children with autism, and shares lesson she learned from her own son.
Top Reasons Caregivers Can Benefit From Yoga and Meditation
Karen Weeks offers suggestions for caregivers on how to use yoga and meditation to practice self-care and manage stress.
What Is A Narcissist?
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how to recognize traits common to people with narcissistic personality traits.
Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems to Suit Students of All Abilities (Pt.2)
Mathew Ryan Morin continues his look at ways to improve learning, with a focus on personalized education.
5 Tips on How to Keep New Year’s Resolutions
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains why resolutions can fail, and gives 5 tips for making lasting changes in the New Year.
Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems to Suit Students of All Abilities (Pt.1)
By Mathew Ryan Morin The secret to a successful life is as follows: You don’t…
9 Tips for Coping with Holiday Depression and Stress
Darlene Lancer, LMFT shares tips for dealing with depression and anxiety during the holiday season.
We Are Parents & Caregivers Of Neurodiverse Children
By Britt-Mari Sykes Ph.D. We are parents and caregivers who love, support, cheerlead, comfort and accept…
Healthy Aging Tips for Living Your Best Life
By Karen Weeks Aging Aging is inevitable, but how you age isn’t. Some seniors are…
Recognizing & Overcoming Denial
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the unhealthy role denial can play in our lives, and how to change our actions and overcome it.
What is Synesthesia?
Andrew Barry defines Synesthesia, and shares the story of three individuals that our excelling with this neurological difference.
Mental Health & Relationships: Narcissists and “Love Bombs”
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the concept of "love bombs" and the role they can play in relationships with narcissism.
Autism, Passions, and Milestones
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses how his passion for model building and woodworking has allowed him to accomplish personal milestones.
Living with a Brain Injury – Eight Years Out
David A. Grant reflects on the journey of recovery he has experienced since receiving a brain injury eight years ago.
Autism & Self-Care: Utilizing “Pre-Charge” Days
Autism self-advocate Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS discusses how "pre-charge" days help her prepare for stressful periods and avoid meltdowns in advance.
Interviewing People With Autism Within The Criminal Justice System
Philip J. Morris discusses the challenges law enforcement officers have in properly interviewing people with autism, and offers tips for better equipping the police.
Six Simple Steps Seniors Can Take to Battle Insomnia
Karen Weeks offers six steps seniors can use to fight insomnia and get a restful sleep.
Mental Health & Relationships: Overcoming Codependency
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how codependency can develop inside of relationships, and gives tools for overcoming it.
Finding Happiness at Work
Laura Berger discusses the scientific aspects of happiness, and how to make them improve your mood at work.
When Parenting Becomes Toxic
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how emotionally toxic relationships can form between parents and children, and tools on what to do when it happens.
Do We Need Famous People to Generate Dyslexia Awareness?
Tiffany Sunday looks at the trend to spread dyslexia awareness through the stories of the famous, and highlights the unsung heroes with the diagnosis.
Narcissists and Scapegoats: A Comparison of Traits and Behaviors
Naome Soleil, Ph.D. discusses, through her personal experiences, the relationship between narcissistic and "scapegoat" personalities.
An Employer’s Guide to Autism & Neurodiversity
The autistic population is rich in individuals with tremendous skills, unique perspectives and a desire to engage in the workforce - and all employers need to know about this tremendous pool of neurodiverse talent!
Amazing Grace: One Family’s Story of Hope and Autism
Crystal Y. Sanford, M.Ed., M. A. CCC-SLP shares her journey as an autism parent, highlights the things her daughter Grace is doing to overcome challenges, and shows why all families with a member on the spectrum should have hope.
Mental Health & Relationships: Can a Narcissist Love?
People who love narcissists are starved for expressions of love. But, narcissists are capable of giving them? Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT answers that question in this article.
Navigating ‘Back to School’ for Children with Autism
Autism self-advocate Kimberly Gerry Tucker shares how her own educational challenges helped her understand what accommodations her son, who is also on the spectrum, could benefit from.
Evolving Different Brains: ADHD, Technology & the Productivity Paradox
Harold S. Reitman, M.D. discusses a recent study finding the use of technology may lead to increases in ADHD diagnoses, and what that may mean for all of our brains.