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Overcoming the Challenges of ADHD and Anxiety Together
ADHD and anxiety often coexist, creating unique challenges for those affected. Let’s explore the symptoms, misconceptions, and effective strategies for managing both ADHD and anxiety.
Coping With a Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis
Multiple sclerosis is a disease that affects the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. In this article, we’re exploring the complex reality of MS and how it affects your body.
Navigating Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in Autism and ADHD
Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) — sometimes also called extreme demand avoidance (EDA) — is a proposed subtype of autism. It affects both adults and children. Here we take a closer look at the diagnosis, how it impacts daily life, and how therapy can help.
Task Freeze: Understanding ADHD Paralysis
Many people experience task paralysis from time to time. For people with ADHD, task freeze may directly result from their ADHD symptoms, which can affect their overall functioning. Here we take a closer look at ADHD task freeze and tips on how to overcome it.
OCD and Autism: Is There a Connection?
Take a closer look at the similarities – and differences between OCD and autism with Grow Therapy. While the two are often mistaken for one another, distinct symptoms separate the two. Here we go over signs, symptoms, causes, treatments and more.
ADHD in Women: Signs, Symptoms, and Why It’s Often Undiagnosed
An ADHD diagnosis can help set people on the path of receiving treatment and managing symptoms but it often goes undiagnosed in women. Why is that? We’re taking a closer look at this and so much more. Read on to learn how ADHD presents in women, the symptoms, and how therapy can help.
Asperger’s vs. Autism: What’s the Difference?
What we know about autism spectrum disorder has greatly evolved over the years as it is studied more in a clinical setting. As that happens, the criteria of diagnosis have also been updated. In this comprehensive guide, we cover everything about autism and Asperger’s, explain the updated diagnosis, and help you understand what you can do if you or your loved one has symptoms related to autism or Asperger’s.
Different, Not Deficient: Understanding Neurodiversity
Being neurodiverse does not indicate someone is less capable. In fact, several successful people identify as neurodivergent. Here we take a look at some famous neurodiverse people and explore what constitutes as “neurodivergent,” common behaviors in adults and children, and how therapy can support success.
Helping Your Child Cope With and Recover From Separation Anxiety Disorder
Separation anxiety is fairly common for young children. However, sometimes the condition persists in older children, teens, and even adults. But why is this? We’re taking a close look at the causes, symptoms, risk factors, and how to cope with separation anxiety.