Whether it’s a quiet walk through a city park or sitting under a tree between university lectures, many young adults instinctively turn to nature to cope with the challenges of modern life.... Read more »
For many adults diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the story doesn’t end in childhood. Instead, it becomes more complex—shaped by shifting identities, workplace challenges, coping strategies, and reflections on missed diagnoses. A... Read more »
I once had a genuinely brilliant colleague, a professional with impressive credentials. Working with them, however, was exhausting. Their need for constant validation, unwillingness to accept feedback, and constant deflecting of blame... Read more »
For many autistic people, navigating life without understanding why they feel different can be an isolating and painful experience. In Japan, where social harmony and conformity are deeply valued, this experience can... Read more »
Many people struggle to start and stick with regular exercise, even when they know it’s good for their health. The reasons behind this are often psychological—shaped by internal pressures, negative self-perceptions, or... Read more »
As my boyfriend and I have aged, our physical world has gotten smaller. Now in our 80s, we don’t have the energy for travel that we used to. In addition, my boyfriend... Read more »
In my practice, I’ve found that most adults with ADHD struggled as far back as elementary school. Their parents yelled at them about their poor grades and not doing their homework, but... Read more »
Young people with ADHD in higher education often struggle with focus, time management, emotional regulation, and academic stress. These challenges can lead to poor grades, low self-esteem, and dropout. Studying these issues... Read more »
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 »
After receiving an autism diagnosis in adulthood, many individuals experience a mix of relief and confusion but are left without adequate support. Services often focus on diagnosis rather than what comes next,... Read more »