Some promising new research — Lamotrigine (Lamictal) is a medication that’s primarily used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder. While it’s not officially approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a treatment for autism, some studies have suggested that it may have potential as a therapeutic option for individuals with autism. …

You can give your kids an advantage in life by feeding them healthy food. — I’m confused by something. It’s not uncommon to see parents spend a lot of money and time on things for their children to give them an advantage in life. Tutors, athletic coaches, afterschool clubs and activities, and even designer clothes and cosmetics. And at the same time, they feed their…

Good people are giving bad advice. — Talk to your healthcare team. If you currently take medication for anxiety or depression, don’t stop taking it on your own. Many of these medicines need to be reduced gradually and with supervision. Barely better than a placebo. For decades, science and medicine have known that antidepressants aren’t much more effective than placebo. Even though…

I share what autism feels like physically in my body. — Hi friends. There’s more to autism than what the stereotypes highlight. For many people on the autism spectrum, including myself, autism comes with some pretty strong physical symptoms. In part 1 of “What Does It Feel Like to Have Autism?” I talk about what autism feels like in my body. …

Having a flat stomach does not necessarily mean that you have a strong core. Here are some signs and symptoms that may indicate a weak core, even if your stomach looks flat. You can find a playlist of free core building yoga videos here. Poor posture If you find yourself slouching, hunching…

and their reactions are priceless — I did it. I finally got a TikTok account. And, in the past 24 hours, the teen filter is sweeping across the globe, and it’s brilliant. It goes like this. With the filter on, you’re able to see yourself on the bottom half of your video, and at the same…

Good, well-intentioned, people are getting in their own way. I’ve seen it in friends, family, patients, and clients, and not as easily, I’ve seen it in myself. Sometimes you just can’t get out of your own way because you cling stubbornly to an idea or a belief, even when it’s clearly not working. Humans make all sorts of bad…

What Role Does the Vagus Nerve Play in Autism and How Can You Learn to Activate It? — The vagus nerve (Cranial Nerve 10) is a complex cranial nerve that plays a crucial role in regulating several bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and immune responses. Recent research has suggested that there may be a link between the vagus nerve and autism. You can find the accompanying video…

Tap into your body’s own natural ability to calm itself. — You’ve likely heard of the fight or flight response. It’s wired into us for survival. It’s also responsible for the uncomfortable effects of stress, fear, and worry. The vagus nerve does the opposite. It plays a crucial role in relaxation by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for…