Scientists recently conducted a large community survey to explore how the age of autism diagnosis impacts well-being. They looked at 769 autistic adults to see if getting a name for their experiences... Read more »
It’s 4 a.m., and you are once again doomscrolling through the news on your phone. You are well aware that this is the opposite of good sleep hygiene, but you can’t stop.... Read more »
Most scientific studies are designed with the “average” brain in mind. This often leaves neurodivergent individuals struggling to adapt to a world that was not built for them. A new methodological approach... Read more »
Warmth is an essential ingredient of healthy relationships. The warmer we are toward each other, the stronger our bonds become in our romantic relationships, families, and friendships, leading to a higher overall... Read more »
Some experts have mischaracterized smoking fentanyl as “safer” than injecting, seeking to reduce risks among users. Narrowly considered, the statement is accurate, as inhalation avoids needle-sharing, reducing risks for HIV, hepatitis C,... Read more »
If your older child or teen has access to a smartphone, there’s a high chance they’ve already heard about the Epstein files. In consultation groups with other clinicians, I regularly hear about... Read more »
Imagine being one of our Paleolithic ancestors and having to navigate the relative safety of the cave and all the presumably more dangerous places around it for food, forest bathing, and whatever... Read more »
Curiosity has a branding problem. In psychology, it’s associated with openness, learning, creativity, and well-being. But in real life—especially under stress—curiosity often feels impractical, slow, or even risky. When emotions run high,... Read more »
There is a particular form of blindness that afflicts the fortunate—a blindness to the quiet miracles of ordinary existence. We walk through our days surrounded by what a patient once called “unexperienced... Read more »
Iconic comedian Phyllis Diller’s comedy centered around her relationship with her fictional husband, Fang. Included among the many pearls of wisdom she shared as a key to her successful marriage was, “We... Read more »