Understanding overstimulation: What it is, why it happens, and how to get relief by Jessica Levine | Mar 13, 2025 | Anxiety, Mental Health Topics You’re standing in the kitchen, making coffee as you scroll through your Instagram feed and reply to a quick work email. Then—ding!—a reminder about tomorrow’s dentist appointment pops up, immediately followed by a breaking news notification and two direct messages from your boss. Suddenly, the lights seem a little too…
Can autism be “cured”? Treatment options for ASD by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC | Apr 25, 2023 | Disorders, Mental Health Topics Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by differences in the brain that affect behavior, communication, and other developmental skills. It can be treated to help lessen the effect of symptoms, but it will remain present throughout one’s lifetime. Though autism isn’t something that can be “cured,” with…
What is avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder? Common symptoms and causes of ARFID by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC | Feb 27, 2023 | Disorders, Eating Disorders, Mental Health Topics Children are often picky with their food choices, but sometimes, those eating habits can go beyond pickiness and start affecting a child’s physical health. If a child’s eating patterns become increasingly restrictive and they begin to have symptoms like a lack of energy, failing to hit growth milestones, and refusing…