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The Cost of Hiding: The Invisible Work Behind High-Functioning Burnout
Kelly Caldwell is an ICF-certified coach who helps lawyers build sustainable, effective practices. Her work sits at the intersection of performance, mental health, and neurodivergence. She writes and speaks regularly on these topics. You can connect with her on Linkedin or visit her group’s website. Most of the lawyers I work with are high-performing, capable, […]
ADOS-2 Testing for Autism Diagnosis – ABA Centers of America
Who Does ADOS-2 Testing? Clinicians who conduct ADOS-2 undergo vigorous training to be qualified to perform the assessment. The clinician administering this test will be a Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Speech Therapist, Pediatrician, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst. When Was the ADOS-2 developed? Dr. Catherine Lord developed the ADOS-2 along with her colleagues to provide an opportunity to observe […]
Autism and Eye Contact: Support for Parents
Why do Individuals with Autism Have Difficulty Making Eye Contact? Autism and eye contact: Eye contact is an essential aspect of social communication that plays a significant role in establishing connections and understanding nonverbal cues. Across cultures, people often perceive eye contact as a sign of attentiveness, honesty, and respect. However, the importance of eye […]
Signs of Autism in a 3-Year-Old
What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how a child communicates, interacts socially, and processes the world around them. It’s called a spectrum because children can present very differently—some need significant support, while others may show more subtle traits. Think of ASD less as a single […]
What is Elopement in Autism – ABA Centers of America
What Impact Do Elopement Behaviors Have on Families? When we talk about what is elopement in autism, we also talk about how parents live in constant fear and exhaustion, feeling they must constantly be alert. It is crucial for families struggling with their child’s elopement behavior to ensure they are working with a trained professional […]
What Does PDA Mean? Pathological Demand Avoidance Explained
What Does PDA mean? As parents or caregivers to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), navigating the vast and complex landscape of diagnoses and syndromes possibly associated with your child’s condition can be difficult. Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a relatively new term in the field of developmental disorders, and the PDA meaning can be confusing […]
Meaning and How It Works
Exploring the History of the RAADS-R Test Initially established as the RAADs test, the RAADS-R test is a revised, comprehensive assessment tool revolutionizing the way professionals approach diagnosing autism and the many symptoms it can present at times. From its modest start to its current iteration, this test has become a cornerstone in understanding autism […]
From Misunderstood to Mission-Critical – How Neurodivergent Talent is Redefining Success at Work in 2026
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How a Dog Helped Dennis Find Purpose
In early 2022, the company I had built and poured everything into started to fade. At first, it was slow. Ideas that used to come naturally didn’t anymore. The creative drive that fueled me every day began to drift, and I found myself constantly forcing inspiration instead of feeling it. What once gave me purpose […]
12 Famous People with Autism
Famous People with Autism Spectrum Disorder Now that we have reviewed some factors that can help someone with ASD rise to the top in a particular field, let’s look at some of the more celebrities who have either claimed to be autistic, are famous people with autism or thought to be on the autism spectrum […]