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Oct 10
1 min

Autism in the Adult Podcast

Although I haven't been able to write as many blog posts lately, I have started an Autism in the Adult Podcast. Check it out on the podca...

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When an ASD Partner Ruminates on Past Conversations: Three Strategies to Implement Today

Dr. Theresa Regan

Jun 24
3 min

When an ASD Partner Ruminates on Past Conversations: Three Strategies to Implement Today

In this article, Dr. Regan reviews information about conversational stickiness in autism relationships. This occurs when an ASD partner grab

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Autism and Relationships: Four Surprising Benefits of Written Communication

Dr. Theresa Regan

Jun 9
3 min

Autism and Relationships: Four Surprising Benefits of Written Communication

In this post, Dr. Regan discusses four significant advantages to written communication for the autistic. Keeping these benefits in mind will

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Dating on the Spectrum: The Pursuit of Connection

Dr. Theresa Regan

Jun 4
3 min

Dating on the Spectrum: The Pursuit of Connection

In this post, you will learn about the search for connection on the spectrum, and the diversity of relationships the ASD individual may atte

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Great News: A Breakthrough in Autism Research that Validates a Diagnosis in Adulthood

Dr. Theresa Regan

May 21
2 min

Great News: A Breakthrough in Autism Research that Validates a Diagnosis in Adulthood

Have you been denied assistance because your autism diagnosis was missed in childhood? If so, you're not alone. In this post, Dr. Regan prov

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The Struggle of Emotional Recognition in Autism: Use this Simple Strategy to Improve Relationships

Dr. Theresa Regan

May 14
3 min

The Struggle of Emotional Recognition in Autism: Use this Simple Strategy to Improve Relationships

This post highlights the autistic struggle with emotion recognition. An improved understanding of the autistic experience will help dramatic

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Mothers' Day: 3 Ways to Let it Be What it is This Year

Dr. Theresa Regan

May 10
3 min

Mothers' Day: 3 Ways to Let it Be What it is This Year

Whether you are a mother or have a mother, Mother's Day is an annual homage to the women that nurture. In this post, Dr. Regan encourages yo

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Rigid Eating Patterns in Autism: Examples and Recommendations

Dr. Theresa Regan

May 5
2 min

Rigid Eating Patterns in Autism: Examples and Recommendations

In this post, you will learn to recognize examples of rigidity in eating for those on the spectrum. Understanding what the characteristics o

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Keys to Understanding and Treating Stress-Related Seizures in Autism

Dr. Theresa Regan

Apr 30
4 min

Keys to Understanding and Treating Stress-Related Seizures in Autism

In this article, you will read the good news that the individual with autism may process stress through physical expressions that look like

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If You've Experienced Worsening of the Autistic Experience During Menopause, You are Not Alone!

Dr. Theresa Regan

Apr 27
3 min

If You've Experienced Worsening of the Autistic Experience During Menopause, You are Not Alone!

Join Dr. Regan to learn about the vital topic of autism and menopause. You will understand areas of concern reported by women on the spectru

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Experiences of Autistic Women During and After Pregnancy

Dr. Theresa Regan

Apr 23
2 min

Experiences of Autistic Women During and After Pregnancy

In this post, you will read about how the experience and expression of autistic characteristics may change during and after pregnancy. For r

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Variations in the Experience and Expression of Autistic Characteristics During Menstruation

Dr. Theresa Regan

Apr 22
2 min

Variations in the Experience and Expression of Autistic Characteristics During Menstruation

In this post, you will learn how females on the autism spectrum describe variations in autistic-related experiences just before and during t

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Puberty & Autistic Behaviors: Changes in the Experience and Expression of Autism Across the Lifespan

Dr. Theresa Regan

Apr 21
2 min

Puberty & Autistic Behaviors: Changes in the Experience and Expression of Autism Across the Lifespan

In this post, you will read about changes in the experience and expression of autistic behaviors that may occur during puberty. In order to

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Let's Bust the Myth that Autism Looks the Same Across the Lifespan!

Dr. Theresa Regan

Apr 19
3 min

Let's Bust the Myth that Autism Looks the Same Across the Lifespan!

In this post, you will learn how to bust the myth that autism characteristics never change. Because autism is a neurologic condition impacti

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Why "Self-Advocacy" May Be Difficult for the Autistic, and How to Support Progress

Dr. Theresa Regan

Apr 18
4 min

Why "Self-Advocacy" May Be Difficult for the Autistic, and How to Support Progress

In this post, you will learn why self-advocacy is neurologically difficult in the autism spectrum, and how to protect the ASD individual's n

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Knowing Versus Doing: Why You Won't Understand Autism Without Knowing the Difference

Dr. Theresa Regan

Apr 4
3 min

Knowing Versus Doing: Why You Won't Understand Autism Without Knowing the Difference

This post highlights the essential difference between knowing and doing. You will learn why understanding the difference is crucial to under

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Dr. Theresa Regan

Apr 2
1 min

Celebrating You on World Autism Day

In this post you will read a blessing for you on World Autism Day and an invitation to join a free online community on Dr. Regan's webpage.

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Unmasking Autism: The Question You Need to Ask to Reveal Hidden Characteristics

Dr. Theresa Regan

Mar 31
3 min

Unmasking Autism: The Question You Need to Ask to Reveal Hidden Characteristics

This post reveals the amazing truth that autism features can "hide in plain sight." Dr. Regan supplies the knowledge you need to unmask the

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Relationship Building on the Spectrum: "What do you Think?"

Dr. Theresa Regan

Mar 28
1 min

Relationship Building on the Spectrum: "What do you Think?"

In this post, you will read about a relationship skill that often takes a back seat within the autism spectrum. Asking this one question tod

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How to Increase Motivation and Decrease Anxiety for the Autistic During COVID Isolation

Dr. Theresa Regan

Mar 19
2 min

How to Increase Motivation and Decrease Anxiety for the Autistic During COVID Isolation

In this post, you will learn how to use a daily schedule to create momentum and decrease anxiety in autism.

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