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 »
Attachment styles are patterns of relating to others developed during early life, influencing how individuals handle relationships and emotional experiences. These styles—secure, anxious, and avoidant—can significantly impact one’s ability to practice self-compassion,... Read more »
Individuals with ADHD typically experience significant difficulties delaying gratification due to deficits in executive functioning, which impair self-control and make resisting immediate rewards in favor of long-term benefits challenging. Einarsson, S. B.,... Read more »
Depression is a persistent mental health condition characterized by sadness, loss of interest, and a range of emotional and physical difficulties. Living situations can significantly influence depression risk, with factors like social... Read more »
The Double Empathy Problem suggests that autistic individuals may experience communication difficulties with non-autistic people due to differences in social interaction styles and communication preferences. When autistic people interact with each other,... Read more »