Researchers recently conducted a comprehensive thematic synthesis. This specific methodology allowed them to pool qualitative data from 21 separate empirical studies involving 397 adults globally. By systematically gathering first-hand testimonies, the research... Read more »
Ableism is a form of discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities. It stems from the harmful assumption that disabled people are inferior, broken, or in need of fixing compared to... Read more »
Have you had a peak experience lately, replete with great happiness and personal fulfillment? If so, you’ve probably found that sharing it meaningfully isn’t easy. For paradoxically, while disappointments and frustrations are... Read more »
As Forest Gump’s Mom used to say, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re going to get”. She’s right, of course: Life can be random and unpredictable.... 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 »
When faced with stressful situations – whether delivering a speech, dealing with criticism, or navigating tense social encounters – most people focus heavily on negative thoughts and sensations. But what if we... Read more »
Kerr, J., Lorenz, H., Sadler, S., Roberts, V., Steel, C., & Thew, G. R. (2025). ‘You never know who you’re gonna speak to’: exploring Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners’ experiences of assessing traumatic events. the... 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 »
Each day is unique. Any day can bring good times, difficult times, challenges, or opportunities. We may not have much influence over external events or life’s inevitable challenges, but we do have... Read more »
Interoception refers to the ability to detect and interpret internal bodily signals, such as heartbeat or hunger. In autism, differences in interoceptive awareness—either heightened or reduced—can contribute to difficulties in recognizing and... Read more »