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
top of page
Search
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
524 views0 comments
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.
153 views0 comments
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.
263 views0 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Mar 5, 20202 min read
Recognizing Mental Rigidity in Autism: 3 Strategies to Increase Flexibility and Enlarge Your World
The inflexibility of thoughts and behaviors in autism can make the individual's world small. Small shifts may help.
14,024 views0 comments
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.
207 views0 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Feb 8, 20201 min read
Shift From Being a Police Officer to a Detective for More Success in Meeting Goals.
Want to help someone on the spectrum shift behavior and meet goals? Give up your police officer hat.
92 views0 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Feb 5, 20202 min read
Become Empowered by Learning About Executive Function
An understanding of executive function is key to understanding personal strengths and weaknesses, as well as conditions like autism.
207 views0 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Feb 2, 20201 min read
A Long Way From Here To There: Goals That Are Too Big
Sometimes there is a large gap between here and our goal because the goal is too big. Focus on realistic goals and plan with strategy.
81 views0 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 22, 20202 min read
"I'm great. I'm great. I'm not great": Crashing in Autism
Deficits in self-awareness can create a sudden crash for the autistic individual who goes from "great" to "exhausted."
404 views0 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 11, 20203 min read
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.
2,060 views3 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 10, 20202 min read
Autism Spectrum Disorder: Avoidance of Driving
Some individuals with autism have adequate reaction time to drive but show anxiety of avoidance of driving. Learn why.
2,272 views0 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 4, 20201 min read
"He can do it when he wants to!" Misunderstanding inconsistent behavior. #autism #neurotypical
Ever say, "She could do it if she wanted to!" Learn about neurologic behavioral patterns and what to say instead.
133 views1 comment
Dr. Theresa Regan
Jan 1, 20203 min read
Autism and Organization: Too Much and Too Little
Does your New Year's resolution include organization? Over- and under-organization can both be problems for the autistic individual.
97 views0 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Dec 31, 20192 min read
Sticky Thought in Autism: "Make Up Your Mind Day"
Autistic individuals can get stuck in thought and behavior patterns. Here are three tips to help them move forward with decisions.
685 views0 comments
Dr. Theresa Regan
Dec 27, 20193 min read
Working on New Year's Goals with the Autistic Adult? Try these three tips.
Want to know how to choose reachable goals for the adult in the autism spectrum? Read these 3 basic guidelines.
116 views0 comments
bottom of page