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 23, 2020
- 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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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
- 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 9, 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 7, 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 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 9, 2020
- 1 min
Autism Sensory Symptoms: "I can be loud but everyone else must be quiet!"
Why does the individual on the autism spectrum insist that others stay quiet even while he is being loud? Dr. Regan explains.
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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 24, 2020
- 2 min
Under-Reactivity in Autism: Sensory Realm
Want to understand the individual characteristics of those on the spectrum? Consider over versus under reactivity in sensory areas.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Jan 11, 2020
- 3 min
Fight Reactions in Autism: Strategies to Improve Communication and Calming
Fight reactions in autism are a sign of stress and being overwhelmed. Help the individual learn how to regain a sense of calm.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Jan 5, 2020
- 4 min
Autism and Eating Patterns: What You Need to Know
Many autistics have unusual eating patterns that lead to nutrition and health challenges. Learn why and read about what you can do.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Jan 1, 2020
- 1 min
Autism and Temperature Awareness: Winter in Shorts
Does the autistic individual you know wear shorts in the winter? Learn about interoceptive awareness and its impact in autism.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
- Dec 28, 2019
- 1 min
Autism Strategies: Calm Your Nervous System
Ever wonder why instruction to "calm down" or reasoning that "there is nothing to be stressed about" isn't effective for calming? Try this.
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