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Understanding the Relationship Between Autism and ADHD: Symptoms, Therapy Benefits, and Social Skills Training Autism and ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) are two distinct neurodevelopmental disorders, but they often overlap in symptoms and presentation. Recognizing the relationship between Autism… Read More "Understanding Autism and ADHD: Symptoms, Therapy Benefits, and Social Skills"

Understanding ADHD in Girls: Symptoms, Therapy Benefits, and Long-Term Consequences Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often manifests differently in girls compared to boys, which can make it challenging to identify and address. ADHD in girls is frequently characterized by… Read More "Girls and ADHD"

What common misconceptions or challenges gifted children face in school? Parents, educators, tutors, and administrators may minimize the impact of giftedness, claiming these children do not need services. Families who advocate for their children may be labeled… Read More "Unique Needs of Gifted and Talented Kids"

Dan Fassio is a doctoral intern at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, DC training under Dr. Debra Brosius, Licensed Clinical Psychologist. He can provide assessment and therapeutic services, but can also offer psychological and… Read More "Providers have immediate availability!"

If your child doesn’t speak as early or as clearly as other kids. He may also have a small vocabulary. He could have trouble finding the right word for things when talking, almost as though it’s right… Read More "Early Warning Signs Your Child May Have a Learning Disability"

Prioritizing your mental health is an important goal, and summer can be a great time to focus on your psychological health, self-care and well-being. Using this opportunity to build skills and develop good habits will allow you… Read More "How To Prioritize Your Mental Health This Summer"

Pride month is an opportunity to raise political awareness of current issues facing the LGBTQIA+ community. Parades are a prominent feature of Pride month, and there are many street parties, community events, poetry readings, public speaking, street… Read More "Celebrate Pride Month!"

Research over the past 20 years found that our society has five primary expectations about what makes a “good mother” and these expectations are often unattainable and overwhelming, and perpetuate inequities: It is no wonder why “mom… Read More "Moms Need Support Too"

Ways to engage in self-care and prioritize your mental heath: 1. Keep A Journal Sometimes, you’ve just got to vent—but you might not always feel comfortable turning to a friend or family member. Journaling is a great… Read More "May is Mental Health Awareness Month"

Abandonment is an extraordinarily painful experience. It can have substantial  impacts on our perceptions of ourselves and others. An experience of abandonment and the lingering fear it instills in us can negatively affect how we engage with… Read More "Coping with Feelings of Abandonment"