It can be challenging to determine whether certain behaviors are symptoms of autism or simply poor social skills for both parents and professionals. As a neurodevelopmental disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. Because it is a spectrum disorder, it also affects individuals differently. In addition, its symptoms can range …
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Autism Spectrum Disorder affects approximately 1 in 54 children in the United States. While autism is often considered a predominantly male disorder, recent research suggests that autism in girls is more common than previously thought (Lai et al., 2015). However, autism in girls can often go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to its unique presentation and …
The symptoms of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) often arise due to brain dysregulation. In these disorders, specific brain regions fail to work optimally to process behavioral or emotional control and mental functioning. While brain dysregulation is more apparent in ASD than in ADHD, both conditions show chaos in the …
This is a 3-Part Series on Improving Parent-Child Communication Why Parent and Child Communication Breaks Down What Should I Do When Communication Is Broken Down With My Teen or Child? Improving communication between parents and their children or teens is essential for creating strong and supportive relationships. Regardless of parenting style, when parents and children …
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The term neurodiversity is one I am sure you have heard but may not be sure what it means. Neurodiversity is the concept that all brains are unique and different and that these differences are not abnormal but natural variations of the human brain. A sociologist named Judy Singer coined the term in the 1960s. …
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Nonverbal Learning Disorder (NVLD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are two different disorders, although they may use similar therapies as forms of treatment. ASD involves a range of symptoms that often overlap with the signs of other neurodevelopmental and learning disorders, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Though NVLD doesn’t have an official clinical diagnosis in …
Many parents of children with neurological conditions confuse SPD or Sensory Processing Disorder with ASD or Autism Spectrum Disorder because of their connections and similarities. While these two may seem similar, they are comorbid disorders, meaning they often occur together. Children with SPD may eventually develop autism later on in life, which is why early …
OCD, or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, is challenging to treat on your own without support from clinical psychology experts. Many try to manage their own OCD without ever really finding a treatment that helps. It is a misunderstood and often missed mental health condition that is complex to treat because of these issues and families often inadvertently …
The journey of a family with a special needs kid is always a challenging one that can be overcome with teamwork and taking the bull by the horns. When a kid is clinically diagnosed with Attention Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) (or had a past diagnosis of Asperger’s Syndrome), parents may have a …
“We were good parents, and now we’re supposed to be done!” When couples plan their families, they imagine raising little girls and boys into successful individuals. At one point, they’ll move out of their parent’s roof, visit over the holidays, and the couple is free to travel, embrace their old hobbies, and grow old together. …
The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment vary by patient and condition. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LLC does not guarantee certain results.
