Autistic adults diagnosed later in life often face complex decisions about whether to disclose their diagnosis. They may share it to access support, explain their differences, or embrace their identity. However, fears... Read more »
Brianna* is the kind of person you want in your corner—steady, kind, and hardworking. At 27, she had just been promoted to manager at the local hardware store in Boston in recognition... Read more »
The short answer is yes, but there is nuance to this. Many people who learn about autism see aspects of themselves in the descriptions. You might avoid eye contact, need routine, or... Read more »
It was 2 PM on a Thursday at a remote training facility, and I was standing inside an abandoned warehouse. Deafening rage music blared from hidden speakers. Gunfire erupted at close range.... Read more »
Dynamic iconicity refers to context-dependent relationships between a word’s form and the speaker’s intent. Unlike fixed sound-meaning associations, dynamic iconicity arises during communication—words that are longer or harder to produce may be... Read more »
Researchers have found that eating highly processed, sugary, fat-filled foods not only changes your body but also your brain. Dr. Dana Small, Canada Excellence Research Chair in Metabolism and the Brain at... Read more »
Have you ever found yourself so overwhelmed by others’ suffering that you start to feel numb—or even guilty for not caring more? That could be empathy fatigue, and it’s more common than... Read more »
Donald Trump’s presidencies have been defined by a uniquely combative management style, marked by strict hierarchies, mistrust, and tight control over government agencies and their personnel. Douglas McGregor, an influential organizational psychologist,... Read more »
If you’re autistic and experience emotional overload, it can be hard to know what’s happening in the moment. Are you having an autistic meltdown—or is it an anxiety attack? This confusion is... Read more »
Living with ADHD often feels like trying to chase your dreams while dragging a parachute behind you. You know what you want to accomplish—yet self-sabotage, low confidence, and a cycle of unfinished... Read more »