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
Apr 19, 20203 min read
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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Dr. Theresa Regan
Apr 18, 20204 min read
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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Dr. Theresa Regan
Apr 4, 20203 min read
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, 20201 min read
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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Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 28, 20201 min read
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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Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 19, 20202 min read
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 17, 20202 min read
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, 20202 min read
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, 20203 min read
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 11, 20202 min read
When Special Interests Don't Match Ability Levels in Autism
When special interests fail to match ability levels in autism.Implications for career planning.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 9, 20201 min read
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, 20203 min read
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
Mar 3, 20202 min read
Moving from Isolated to Connected in ASD Couples with Children
The complexity of children in an ASD relationship can lead to increased isolation and disconnect. Read three tips to stay connected.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 2, 20203 min read
Autism: What the Diagnostic Manual Actually Says
What the diagnostic manual actually says including the supplementary material for autism diagnosis.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 1, 20202 min read
When "Sweetness" and "Passivity" Mask Social Difficulties in Autism
How passivity in relationships can be interpreted as sweetness rather than a struggle with social connections in autism.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
Feb 28, 20202 min read
Savant Skills in Autism: How Common Are They?
Savant skills in autism: How common are they?
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Dr. Theresa Regan
Feb 26, 20201 min read
You're Doing Great! : When Essential Supports for the Autistic Individual are Removed
Don't make the mistake of pulling away stabilizing layers of support when the autistic individual is doing well.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
Feb 25, 20202 min read
Spring Cleaning: Helping the Autistic Individual Declutter and Clean
Helping the autistic individual make headway with spring cleaning projects.
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Dr. Theresa Regan
Feb 25, 20202 min read
Autism and Acting: A Role for Theater Participation
Why theater participation for the autistic individual may be just the ticket.
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