
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can affect driving safety due to its core symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. This can lead to an increased risk of accidents, impaired driving behavior and other challenges like difficulties with spatial orientation. For more very…
How accurate are online quizzes for autism? Quizzes like the RAADS-R or AQ are very popular as a screening tool and they are bringing many people in to get an evaluation.
When I was in school earning my master’s degree in counseling, the use of functioning labels in autism (low functioning/high functioning) was still widespread. We didn’t know what we didn’t know, which is that there are more effective, less harmful…
Emotion Recognition in Autism and ADHD: Individuals who are autistic or have ADHD often struggle to identify their own emotions and emotions in others. This can lead to social and emotional problems. When an individual cannot accurately interpret the emotions…
Lifespan Developmental Changes in Autism Autism traits change and evolve as children grow into adults. This results in a different presentation of symptoms, challenges, and strengths. In this post, we are going to look at autism across the lifespan and…
Information about ADHD in women and girls and the clinical testing process.
It’s a sobering reality to come to terms with, but suicide is the second leading cause of death in children ages 10-24. In this blog, I talk about what suicidal ideation is, how to talk to your child, finding help,…
Navigating the process of autism evaluation can be challenging, especially if you have children in school who needs an IEP or 504 plan. In fact, many parents are surprised to discover that the medical diagnosis they paid for does not…
At Therapy Dynamics, we specialize in the differences between how men and women with autism present.
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