Berries & Beyond: The Best Brain Foods to Boost Mental Health and Memory
When it comes to eating smart, your brain deserves just as much attention as your body. If you’re looking for the best foods for brain health, research is clear: certain fruits, vegetables, fats, and proteins can help preserve memory, improve focus, and even lower the risk of Alzheimer’s. Among them, berries stand out as the […]
Mental Health and Technology: Why It’s Important and How to Curb Digital Addiction
Living in a digital world can be as empowering as it can be overwhelming. While technology offers incredible benefits, like ease and accessibility, it can also interfere with our mental well-being. It’s very easy nowadays to get sucked into the endless scroll, the constant notifications, and the feeling that we always need to be plugged […]
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Sensory Processing in Autism
Receiving an autism diagnosis for your child opens the door to a new world of understanding. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition often characterized by differences in social communication, interaction, and distinct patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. A significant aspect for many families involves navigating sensory sensitivities. While every autistic individual is […]
Building Sensory Toolkits for Autism: What to Include and Why
For many autistic individuals, the world can feel like a sensory nightmare – buzzing fluorescent lights, the murmur of overlapping conversations, the unexpected brush of a stranger in a crowd, the scratchy tag on a new shirt. Navigating these sensations is a daily reality and can sometimes lead to intense feelings or difficulty focusing. Sensory […]
The Role of Forensic Neuropsychology in Legal Proceedings
Forensic neuropsychology plays a vital role in our legal system, providing objective data that can influence everything from court decisions to compensation awards. By exploring the intricate connection between brain function and behavior, these specialized evaluations offer invaluable insights across various legal contexts. What do forensic neuropsychologists do for court? At its core, forensic neuropsychology […]
What Does a Neuropsychologist Do?
Both IEPs and 504s exist to serve students with special needs. In a nutshell, one is a legal document detailing the classification and instructional goals and services, while the other simply provides a handful of modifications to the learning environment but not a special education program, curriculum, or service. What is a neuropsychologist? A neuropsychologist […]
How the Autistic Brain Processes Information
We often hear about autism, but how many of us truly understand how the brain with autism works? It’s not simply a matter of “different wiring,” but a unique way of perceiving and processing the world around them. Let’s delve into the fascinating intricacies of the neurodivergent brain, exploring how it takes in, organizes, and […]
Counseling vs. Therapy Is There a Difference
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by life’s curveballs? You might have heard people say they’re going to counseling or seeing a therapist. While both terms can be used interchangeably, counseling and therapy do have some differences. Understanding these differences, especially when considering specialized approaches like marriage counseling vs. couples therapy, can help you to make […]
10 Types of Psychologists
When people think of a psychologist, they traditionally imagine a couch or a big comfy chair, where you think and divulge all your deep, dark secrets. You’d be surprised to find out that psychologists specialize in all kinds of different things that you may never have imagined. Before we move on and learn about the […]
7 Benefits of Counseling
Millions of people live with mental health conditions. Counseling, whether it’s individual, group, or family, can be a vital resource when you feel like you may need additional support. It should in no way be viewed as a sign of weakness or that an individual is “broken.” Therapy can serve as an invaluable learning experience […]