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TMS for OCD: Your Complete Guide to Treatment
If obsessive thoughts and time-consuming rituals are taking over your day, you are not alone…and you are not without options. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is an FDA-cleared, noninvasive treatment designed to gently modulate brain circuits involved in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). In this guide, we explain: What OCD is How TMS for OCD works The evidence […]
Autonomous Vehicles and the Future of Disability Independence in 2026
The future begins with a simple, powerful truth: every morning, millions of Americans with disabilities face a quiet, invisible barrier that most people never think about — getting somewhere. Not the destination itself: a job interview, a doctor’s appointment, a friend’s birthday dinner, but simply the act of getting there. For decades, this barrier has […]
What is new in the updated pediatric readiness guidelines?
A national coalition of medical associations has issued updated recommendations for ensuring that hospital EDs are fully prepared to meet the emergency healthcare needs of children. Pediatric Readiness in the Emergency Department was developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) and the […]
Climbing Through Depression: One Step at a Time
One foot down, then the other. Just one step at a time, I have always told myself. I have to be stronger than who I was yesterday. Since I was young, climbing mountains has been on my mind. I grew up watching Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin and Alex Honnold in documentaries like Meru or Free […]
5 Athletes with Autism: Sports, Benefits, and Support
Athletes with Autism and Neurodiversity in Sports Several athletes with autism have shared their experiences of being on the spectrum, helping broaden representation in sports and offering real-world examples of different developmental paths. Below we discuss a few: 1. Breanna Clark a Paralympic gold medalist in the T20 400 meters, was diagnosed with autism at […]
Between Structure and Freedom – Navigating Spring Break with Autism in 2026
Image credit: Freepik Spring break is often imagined as a carefree escape—sunshine, travel, laughter, and a temporary break from responsibilities. For many families, it represents pure freedom. But for families navigating autism, spring break can carry a more complex emotional landscape. The excitement of new places and experiences is real, yet so is the uncertainty […]
8 Struggles When the Clock Jumps Forward
Spring brings brighter days, longer evenings, and the promise of warmth—but for many autistic individuals, the shift of the clock jumping forward can feel like the world is moving too fast. That lost hour may seem small to some, but it can create deep, tangible struggles for autistic people, their families, educators, and professionals who […]
A First-Time Mum’s Story Of Pain, Delay, And Recovery
Tanya began volunteering for Birth Trauma Australia in November 2025 and is supporting the team to launch our new ThinkNatal(Tm) Pelvic Physiotherapy Support Service. This national telehealth program provides free, trauma-informed consultations with specialist pelvic health physiotherapists, personalised recovery guidance, and referral pathways to local care. By removing cost and geographic barriers, the service ensures […]
Special Interests in Autism: Examples & Benefits
What are Special Interests in Autism? Special interests in autism are intense passions for specific topics or activities that many individuals with autism develop. These interests can be integrated into education and therapy to support learning, emotional regulation, and social engagement. A parent might notice the pattern of special interests in autism early. Their child […]
CNTR Launches the Research Methodology Webinar Series! – Coalition for National Trauma Research
CNTR is launching its Research Methodology Webinar Series on April 20, 2026! Designed to provide the specialized expertise that researchers need to conduct robust, innovative studies, this series will address common challenges related to epidemiology, biostatistics, study design, data standardization and so much more. Up first, Dr. Gerard Slobogean (UC Irvine) will discuss the state […]