Altruism is when people help others at a personal cost, without expecting anything in return. People may act altruistically out of empathy, a desire to strengthen relationships, or to gain social approval... Read more »
Too often, discussions of autism focus on challenges and support needs. Yet many on the spectrum possess exceptional skills and positive traits – from intense focus and honesty to creativity and loyalty... Read more »
We’ve all heard it. It’s written into fairy tales, echoed in rom-coms, and even celebrated in wedding vows: “Love conquers all.” And if we believed every curated social media post simplifying the... Read more »
For many autistic students, the high school experience is shaped as much by misunderstanding as it is by academic challenge. Classrooms not designed with neurodiversity in mind can leave these students feeling... Read more »
When a close friend starts dating someone new, it’s common to wonder whether your bond will stay the same. Many people feel left behind when a once-inseparable friend shifts focus to a... Read more »
When it comes to personal and professional growth, cultivating self-awareness is essential. Self-awareness is a super skill that influences how we show up for ourselves, for our work, and for the people... Read more »
The nervous system controls everything from our thoughts and emotions to our movements and reflexes—but it’s made up of two major parts: the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system... Read more »
“At a cardiac arrest, the first procedure is to take your own pulse first.” —The House of God by Samuel Shem That famous line told to med students is both obvious and... Read more »
Depression and low self-esteem often seem intertwined, with many assuming that one fuels the other. But a new study challenges this common view, suggesting that the day-to-day and even year-to-year relationship between... Read more »
Is human existence meaningful? If so, what gives life meaning? Or, as some existentialists such as Jean-Paul Sartre assert, is life inherently meaningless? If so, how does one live and find fulfillment... Read more »