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Are Neurodivergent People More Liberal?
It’s a long-standing stereotype that neurodivergent people tend towards the political left, but is it true? Some claim that this is not the case at all and cite examples of famous right wingers who have been diagnosed with Autism or ADHD. In response, others counter that these particular individuals may be outliers in terms of […]
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OCPD Much? 12 Things You Can Do To Relax
What You Can Do To Relax When You Have OCPD People with personality disorders like Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) often experience anxiety and stress, which makes relaxing difficult. Here is a list of ways to relax when you have OCPD: 1. Breathe deeply and slowly Breathing deeply and slowly will help calm your body down. […]
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The 3 Levels Of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder with less severity in each stage, but with the most severe symptoms occurring at the upper end. The three levels of autism are: Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Childhood Disintegrative Disorder (CDD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The latter two stages are not usually diagnosed until after age 3 […]
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Why Is It So Challenging To Be Understood?
Globally, there are approximately 7,874,965,825 people as of as of 2021. This means that every day, you interact with many people in a variety of opportunities. Because of this, it is no surprise that people often feel misunderstood. What does it mean to be understood? For some, being understood implies that the listener fully comprehends […]
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ADHD And Creativity
There is no one answer to the question of whether ADHD leads to creativity or not. Some people with ADHD are highly creative, while others are not. However, many experts believe that there is a link between the two. Thinking outside the box One reason for this may be that people with ADHD often have […]
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Emotional Intelligence, What Is It?
There are different definitions of emotional intelligence, but in general, it refers to the ability to perceive, understand, and manage emotions. Emotional intelligence includes skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and self-regulation. People with high emotional intelligence are good at regulating their emotions, handling stress, and maintaining positive relationships. They are also good at reading other […]
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Autism And Emotional Intelligence
Background Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder which affects the way an individual thinks and interacts with others. The main characteristic of autism is impairment in social communication and interaction, and restricted and/or repetitive patterns of behavior, interests or activities. Social communication includes difficulty picking up on non-verbal signs such as facial expressions and body […]
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How Can I Manage My Emotions? – BPD
“How can I turn off my emotions?!” This is a question that many people with Borderline Personality Disorder ask themselves throughout their life. It’s not an easy question to answer, and honestly there is no one clear cut way to do it. So let me give you some ideas and strategies that may help you […]