If you are a parent wondering if your child’s autism diagnosis is connected to your family history, or an adult recognizing traits in yourself after a relative’s diagnosis, you are not alone.... Read more »
Imagine this: you’re midway through drafting an important report when your phone bursts into life. By the time you silence it, your mind has drifted – what was that brilliant sentence you... Read more »
Long-standing research in human psychology has claimed that certain facial expressions of emotion are universal across cultures. For example, classic cross-cultural studies by Paul Ekman and colleagues argue that certain “basic emotions”... 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 »
Why do some people seem obsessed with being admired, yet struggle to truly connect with others? For those with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), this paradox—seeking validation while lacking empathy—can define their lives... Read more »
As a coach who works with parents of adult children, I often hear heartbroken confusion: “She won’t let me in.”“He keeps saying he’s fine, but something’s off.”“She pushes me away when I... Read more »
“Disengaged,” “unmotivated,” “fragile,” “behind.” These are just a few of the negative labels applied to young people today. We read stories about how they’re suffering from pandemic learning loss and an adolescent... Read more »