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Can virtual reality VR have an impact on autism therapy? As technology continues to advance, the potential applications of virtual reality in treating various mental disorders are becoming more apparent.  This blog post will examine how virtual reality technology may be used to help those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by looking into the effectiveness

One common characteristic of people on the autism spectrum is masking. According to Dr. Hannah Belcher’s article on the National Autistic Society website, masking can involve suppressing behaviors such as stimming or intense interests that others may find “weird.” It can also mean mimicking the behavior of others and developing social scripts to navigate social

Neurodiversity in the workplace is an essential aspect of modern business, as it fosters innovation and drives success by embracing the unique talents of neurodivergent employees. A diverse workforce that includes individuals with neurological differences such as autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, and social anxiety disorders can lead to a more

For most of my life, I had “Forrest Gumped” it, chasing whatever sparkly, low-hanging fruit crossed my path without any strong intention or plan. Inevitably, I would get bored with whatever I had been doing and move onto something new. This worked OK for me for a time. It worked up until I discovered my

What do you think of when you hear the term “neurodiversity”? Perhaps you imagine someone on the autism spectrum or someone with ADHD. Maybe you think it’s just another fancy way to put a positive spin on a disability. A friend of mine recently told me that every time I say “neurodiversity” she hears “nerd-university”