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Why sex might be exactly what we need in times of grief | Aeon Essays
Our culture works hard to keep sex and death separate but recharging the libido might provide the release that grief needs
Why Is ADHD On The Rise | Science-Based Medicine
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed neurodevelopment disorders and seems to be on the rise, in both children and adults. The diagnosis in children requires having various symptoms of attention deficit or hyperactivity which is functionally impairing with onset by age 12. Recognition of the disorder actually goes back farther than you might think - the observation that…
Separating the "woo" from the work of manifesting in two new books | New Scientist
Neurosurgeon James Doty and neuroscientist Sabina Brennan ask if there is any real science in manifesting in their new books
James Doty on the neuroscience of manifestation | Stanford Report
In Mind Magic, James Doty explains how your attention can be redirected in a way that can change your brain and help you realize your goals.
Motivation and What Really Drives Human Behavior
Some motives are biological, while others are personal or social. We look at motivation and drivers of behavior.
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I Woke Up at 5am For One Year - Here’s Why I’ll Never Do it Again.
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Neurodivergence and Normality: The Need to Challenge Fraught Terminology - ZNetwork
Ever since I have come to understand I am neurodivergent, more of the world has opened up to me. I now understand why I found certain environments so
The term neurotypical is frequently used to describe the other. The term provides a target with which to level criticism against. This is not dissimilar to homophobe or racist or misogynist. When seeking measures of equality and acceptance, it is crucial to have a label for people that are the problem. Names for the oppressor help to ease cohesion, prevent in-fighting, build enthusiasm, and drive momentum forward, picking up social and political capital. These are all good things and would not be necessary if everyone was receiving the respect and understanding they deserve.
The downside is that the other is caricatured and subject to picking up as many stereotypes as the person seeking equality. Perhaps even without intention, an us-vs-them mentality is established, which questions the likelihood of future integration. Unlike white on black racism, neurotypicals are not actively seeking to oppress the neurodivergent; the major problems appear to be ignorance and stigmas and an unwillingness to change the status quo. Neurotypicals, for the most part, do not identify as neurotypical, which undermines the movement because as far as the rest of the world is concerned, neurotypicals do not exist.
At some point, all activism must lead to a pragmatic assimilation into the status quo. In order for this to happen an unambiguous and broadly accepted terminology must be present. Autism, ADHD, and other personalities need to be seen as normal and human, and thus inclusion is necessary and obvious.
During the diagnosis, the person is deemed to be in need of care, after all, they are now the patient. But even after many years of good therapeutic habits, the person is still considered to be in need of care and liable to others – a liability.
A diagnosis also implies a deviation from healthy or normal and will become a defining feature of the medical record, which will always make other people question if the person is healthy or normal in the present. A mental health diagnosis can become a sinister stigmata, because there will always be doubt over whether the person is normal or healthy – in some cases preventing relationships before they can even start.
In a world of traits and spectrums, it is likely that many allists will also share autistic traits, such as being comfortable with routine, or a level of fatigue when it comes to prolonged eye contact, or having a somewhat obsessive private interest (in allistic speak, these would be hobbies and pastimes).
The Ultimate Guide to Autistic Burnout | Embrace Autism
The Ultimate Guide to Autistic Burnout summarizes the most current research, and provides you with the tools to identify & recover from autistic burnout safely.
Redefining Masculinity: The Modern Man's Journey - The Good Men Project
In the 21st century, the concept of masculinity is undergoing a profound transformation. Traditional ideals are being questioned, and new narratives are emerging that redefine what it means to be a man today.
NVC Toxic Masculinity - PuddleDancer Press
Understanding and Transforming Toxic Masculinity with Nonviolent Communication By Alan Rafael Seid, CNVC Certified Trainer Author’s note and trigger warning: this article contains descriptions of harmful behavior. My intention in this article is to clarify what “toxic masculinity” is and how NVC can address it. Introduction How does NVC approach the phenomenon people call “toxic... View Article
Study debunks theory linking autism to changes in brain's amygdala
A new brain imaging study has concluded that autism likely isn't caused by faulty connections to the amygdala.
The Autistic Burnout construct | Embrace Autism
The Autistic Burnout construct (ABO) is a self-report questionnaire that measures traits such as fatigue, exhaustion, and related symptoms to identify autistic burnout in autistic adults.
Understanding Autistic Love Languages
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Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Misconceptions
I recently saw a video that touched on pathological demand avoidance, also commonly referred to as PDA. Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is a pattern of behavior in which we go to extremes to ignore or avoid anything they perceive as a demand. Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is most often seen in people with autism, but certain traits also have been seen with people with ADHD and other sensory processing disorders. In this video I will talk about what PDA is, why it's often searched with ADHD and autism, strategies that can help those with pathological demand avoidance, and what it's like living with PDA. Do you or someone you know live with PDA? Share about your experience in the comments.
Here are some signs you might have PDA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Uq1n8UQ3hc
What is high functioning autism? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxpEQY-yiOk
Misunderstandings about autism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVCjTpZl98Y
0:30: 🧠 Understanding the challenges of Pathological Demand Avoidance in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
4:11: 💡 Understanding the challenges of individuals with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
8:24: 🧠 Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance and its impact on individuals with sensory processing challenges.
12:59: ⚙️ Strategies to cope with PDA: reverse psychology, preemptive actions, role-playing as a character.
16:23: 🧠 Understanding and managing pathological demand avoidance through creative strategies and autonomy.
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Male bonding doesn’t have to be about bravado and bros. Dancing on stage naked taught me a better way | Gunnar Ardelius | The Guardian
Friendships based on sport and alcohol don’t always allow us to be our true selves. Shared vulnerabilities enrich our lives, says Swedish writer Gunnar Ardelius
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Masculine Men Are Not Afraid of Empathy - The Good Men Project
Most men simply want to also be loved, rather than sought after for their cars, income, status, physique, tech bro status, athletic prowess, or anything else.
Is autism and ADHD so much worse when nothing makes sense?
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The lighter penguin is an elderly female whose partner died this year. The darker one is a younger male who lost his partner two years ago. Biologists have followed them as they meet every night to comfort each other. They stand for hours together watching the lights.
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How Some Elite Athletes Channel Their ADHD Into A Superpower
How high energy, hyperfocus, and little tolerance for the mundane affect sports performance.