Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an evidence-supported psychosocial treatment for adult ADHD. There are several available treatment manuals for clinicians, some with corresponding client workbooks. There is also a batch of other... Read more »
Every week I hear the same story from parents of struggling adult children: “I’ve apologized. Nothing changes.” These parents admit (often readily) that they were too strict, too controlling, or perhaps too... Read more »
Why are so many parents shocked or blindsided when an adult child goes no contact? Many parents describe estrangement as coming completely out of the blue. They may insist they had no... Read more »
“No”—it’s just a two-letter word, right? Yet, each week, parents who see me for parent coaching sessions lament how the word “no” is loaded with guilt and pain as they see their... Read more »
Receiving an autism diagnosis in adulthood, in my case, at age 30, is often framed as a moment of sudden clarity. While it provides a crucial framework for self-understanding, it also introduces... Read more »
As an autistic adult, I desire strong connections and a sense of belonging, as most people do. However, sometimes being autistic means I face some barriers to accessing my social needs, which... Read more »
For a long time, I navigated my career by comparing myself to everyone around me. I felt the pressure to climb corporate ladders, apply for high-paying roles, and keep up with standard... Read more »
Key Takeaways Childhood emotional abuse creates a lasting bridge to chronic shame in adulthood. This shame acts as a motor for repetitive negative thinking and emotional avoidance. High levels of past abuse... Read more »
Key Takeaways Childhood emotional abuse creates a lasting bridge to chronic shame in adulthood. This shame acts as a motor for repetitive negative thinking and emotional avoidance. High levels of past abuse... Read more »
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 »