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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
Dr. Theresa Regan
Apr 27, 20203 min read
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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
Dr. Theresa Regan
Apr 22, 20202 min read
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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
Dr. Theresa Regan
Apr 20, 20202 min read
2,717 views


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.
Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 19, 20202 min read
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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
Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 17, 20202 min read
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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.
Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 14, 20202 min read
201 views


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.
Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 14, 20203 min read
1,862 views


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.
Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 9, 20201 min read
263 views


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.
Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 7, 20203 min read
639 views


Autism Spectrum and the Fear of Being Misunderstood
Some in the autism spectrum describe intense fears about being misunderstood.
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 31, 20202 min read
2,836 views


Freeze Reactions in Autism: Recognize the Signs
Learn to recognize freeze reactions in the autistic adult. Often mistaken for medical events, these are signs of stress.
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 13, 20202 min read
7,515 views


Flight Reactions in Autism: Recognize the Quiet Suffering
Flight reactions in autism (leaving, hiding, quitting) are signs of suffering. Learn to recognize the signs and help the autistic individual
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 12, 20202 min read
328 views


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.
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 11, 20203 min read
2,568 views


Autism Strategies: Turn the Unexpected Into the Expected
Dealing with change and unexpected events can be very stressful for the autistic individual. Try this strategy to reduce anxiety.
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 8, 20201 min read
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