Autism Research—What’s New in January — Neurodiverse Connection
In this month’s research roundup, Ann Memmott picks out some of the current big debates on Autistic lives, and showcases new and important research from teams and academics working within the field.
Abolish Rent, Yes, For Real - PopularResistance.Org
The largest tenant union in the country is responding quickly and passionately to the devastation of the Los Angeles fires. The LA Tenants Union is demanding not just enforcement of existing California protections against price gouging of rental homes, but a moratorium on evictions and a rent freeze, all while tenants are coming together with heroic levels of mutual aid. But these steps will only mitigate a perpetual struggle, as union co-founders Tracy Rosenthal and Leonardo Vilchis write in their new book “Abolish Rent: How Tenants Can End the Housing Crisis.” “Why do tenants wake up every month and have to pay rent?” they ask.
105 Keep Your Head Up Quotes to Give You Strength When Life is Hard
Sometimes life is simply tough. And it is hard to stay motivated and to keep a positive mindset. So in today’s post I’d like to share 105 of the most powerful keep your head up
Healing Your Neurotransmitters | Restoring Balance After Drug Use
Drug use can damage you both physically and mentally. The neurotransmitters in your brain strive for balance, which drugs can ruin. The good news is healing and restoring balance is possible.
Dopamine plays many important roles in your body, and low levels may negatively affect your mood, motivation and memory. Here are 12 dopamine supplements to boost your mood.
Ive been mostly a long form reader and writer my whole life and only very recently more active on YouTube... and I have seen an *immediate negative change in my attention span as a result. And because of this dopamine addicted era I've never been really able to gain a footing since I mostly read (post) and write things that take time. Which... no one, myself included, has anymore.
Early screen time not a cause of autism, study concludes
Early screen time was initially linked to autism, but this connection disappeared when accounting for socioeconomic factors, suggesting screen time is not a cause of autism but may indicate families needing additional support.
Hypersensitive, Hyperfocused and Ready for 'Hijack': An Autistic Experience of Sensory Anxiety - Reframing Autism
Why and how do Autistic individuals experience sensory anxiety? In this guest blog, AuDHD Counsellor and Founder of Finding Autism, Amy Adams, explores the intricate world of Autistic sensory processing differences, and how monotropism shapes these experiences, leading to heightened sensitivities and overwhelming responses to stimuli. She shares her strategies for navigating a world where sensory overload is a constant challenge, emphasizing the importance of environmental accommodations and support.