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Empowering Through Challenges – Building Bridges for Autistic Students
Navigating the world can be a daunting task for autistic students. From the sensory overload of a bustling classroom to the social intricacies that come with making friends, the challenges are numerous and complex. However, with heartfelt strategies and a commitment to understanding the challenges they face, we can build bridges that empower these incredible […]
There’s Got to Be a Better Way! – Coalition for National Trauma Research
Register Today for Year 2 of the Future of Trauma Research and Clinical Guidance Conference Series – February 19-20, 2025 Lacey LaGrone, MD, MPH, FACS, is on a mission to democratize trauma clinical guidance in the United States and, eventually, across the world. Trauma clinical guidance resides in a chaotic landscape of have’s and have-not’s, […]
Goodreads Book Giveaway: "Sometimes When I’m Jealous"
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Why regular exercise may impact men and women differently
Exercise is vital to a healthy lifestyle, offering numerous benefits such as improved heart health, elevated mood and better weight management. However, research increasingly suggests that exercise affects men and women differently. For women, exercise programming might benefit from a more varied approach that balances strength training with endurance and flexibility exercise. Understanding these differences […]
A Universal Language to Connect with Our Children
How Do Children with Autism Process Music? Children with autism often have a unique connection to music. While they may face significant challenges in other areas, many show a natural affinity for music, and some even have exceptional musical abilities. Research on autism and music therapy suggests that the brain of a person with autism […]
Beyond the Schedule – 7 Emotional Impacts of Flexible Routines on Autistic Children
In the world of autism, where a consistent schedule often serves as a comfort blanket, the idea of flexible routines might seem like a paradox. Schedules are like a lighthouse in a stormy sea for autistic children, guiding them safely through their daily lives with a reassuring predictability. Yet, the winds of change are blowing […]
Metacognitive therapy for depression: What you’ll want to know
You’ve heard it ad nauseam: “You know, if you’d stop thinking so much, or change what you think about, you wouldn’t be depressed.” Go ahead and admit it, you’re starting to believe it. That’s a good thing. ’Rather than ruminating so much on negative thoughts, MCT helps patients to reduce negative thought processes and get […]
Overcoming Lyme Disease, a TBI, and Depression
About Jordan: I’m Jordan Dunin, the founder of HatchPath, a marketplace connecting individuals with wellness-related coaching, from mental health to nutrition and spirituality. My journey to creating HatchPath is deeply personal, rooted in overcoming significant health challenges. In 2016, I suffered a traumatic brain injury from diving into a lake, leading to chronic neck pain […]
How often should grandchildren see their grandparents?
Intergenerational relationships benefit children greatly. Being surrounded by loving, supportive adults helps create a safe environment for them. Family traditions stay alive when your kids spend quality time with their grandparents frequently. If you’re not on speaking terms with your parents or in-laws, this may be the time to bury the hatchet for the sake […]
The New Appropriation Bill in the Context of Autism
How Will the New 2025 Appropriation Bill Really Help Families with Autism? The goal of the upcoming 2025 Appropriation Bill in the context of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is to improve research, support services, and overall life outcomes for individuals with ASD. Additionally, the United States Senate Committee on Appropriations greenlit approximately $84 million in […]