social skills

We’ve all felt it—that slightly fried feeling from too much screen time, too many notifications demanding our attention, and too many apps pulling us in every direction. It’s overwhelming, and sometimes the best remedy is a good, old-fashioned break, or a “digital detox.”  This purposeful time off from screens and…

Autism is a neurological difference that affects 2.2% of the general population in the U.S. While living with autism does not prevent anyone from having a rich and meaningful life, the stigma that continues to plague the diagnosis of autism still leads many people to have incorrect ideas about what…

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…

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), autism for short, is a developmental disorder that hinders one’s ability to communicate and interact with others. This can make it difficult for these individuals to engage socially and form, as well as maintain, relationships. Fortunately, if your child has autism, you can take a few…

Everything that comes with a new job can be intimidating, as you are entering an unfamiliar place with unfamiliar people! Many of us struggle to get to know and befriend our new coworkers; the good news, though, is that we can implement a few tips to make the process easier….