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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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Apr 30, 2020
- 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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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Apr 27, 2020
- 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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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Apr 22, 2020
- 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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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Apr 21, 2020
- 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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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Mar 19, 2020
- 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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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Mar 18, 2020
- 2 min
Autism in the Midst of COVID-19: How to Harness Special Interests for Purpose and Hope
In this post, the autistic individual will consider ways to divert their intense fixation from the novel COVID virus to an enjoyable and pur
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Mar 15, 2020
- 2 min
Autism and the Challenges of COVID-19 "Social Isolation"
This post will identify the (perhaps ironic) difficulties COVID-19 social isolation protocols pose for the autistic and provide four suggest
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Mar 14, 2020
- 2 min
Life With Autism During COVID-19: Strategies for Calming
This post will identify stressors specific to those on the autism spectrum and pathways toward more calm during unsettling times.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Mar 14, 2020
- 3 min
Adrenaline and Anxiety: Three simple ways you can help the autistic individual enjoy celebrations
This post will help you understand how excitement resembles anxiety and will equip you with simple strategies tohelp the autistic feel calm.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Mar 10, 2020
- 1 min
Let's Just Stop on the Way: The Challenge of Managing the Unexpected
Why the "quick stop" while out in the community can set off a meltdown for the autistic individual.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Mar 8, 2020
- 3 min
Planned Self-Care: Why "As Needed" Doesn't Cut It in Autism
Benefit of scheduled rather than "as needed" breaks and self-care in autism.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Feb 16, 2020
- 3 min
What Tips the Scales in Autism Behaviors: The Quest to Find Balance
When daily activities trigger emotional dysregulation in autism, attention to draining and filling activities can help identify a strategy.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Feb 13, 2020
- 1 min
Heavy Work in Autism: Becoming Grounded and Energized
Know an autistic individual who needs help getting energized, focused, motivated, or calmed? Try adding joint into to her daily activities.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Feb 11, 2020
- 2 min
Again, Again, Again: Repetition in Autism
In autism, the brain can get in repetitive loops with certain thoughts and behaviors. The repetition itself often feels soothing.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Feb 5, 2020
- 2 min
Become Empowered by Learning About Executive Function
An understanding of executive function is key to understanding personal strengths and weaknesses, as well as conditions like autism.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Jan 30, 2020
- 2 min
When a Treadmill Isn't Enough: The Need for Vestibular Inputs
Some individuals on the autism spectrum (or with other sensory processing needs) seek movement input to feel calm and attentive.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Jan 22, 2020
- 2 min
"I'm great. I'm great. I'm not great": Crashing in Autism
Deficits in self-awareness can create a sudden crash for the autistic individual who goes from "great" to "exhausted."
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Jan 21, 2020
- 1 min
Social with Autism: Give me a Role Please
Want to make the autistic individual feel comfortable during a gathering. Assign him a role.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Jan 17, 2020
- 2 min
Autism Misdiagnosis: Borderline Personality Disorder
The autism misdiagnosis crisis. Why autism isn't on the differential radar, and why this leads to inappropriate diagnoses in adults.
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