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Understanding Autism: A User Friendly Perspective

October 7, 2025

Autism is often described as a “spectrum,” which can be somewhat misleading as it can seem …

Panic, Stress, and Anxiety Facing the Giant Praying Mantis

October 7, 2025

We often throw around words like panic, stress, and anxiety as if they were the same. They’re not …

Why That Chewing Noise Drives You Crazy

October 7, 2025

It’s called misophonia, which literally means “hatred of sound”! It happens when someone experiences …

Are Freudian Slips Accidents or Unconscious Desires?

October 6, 2025

Suddenly, there is silence, eyebrows are raised, and you’re left mumbling, while attempting to explain …

Effectiveness of Authoritative Parenting in Fostering Autonomy

October 6, 2025

Initially, a newborn relies completely on their parent, but over time, they transition from being an object …

Rethinking Neurodiversity and Autism

October 6, 2025

I want to explore autism beyond outdated concepts of deficits and limitations. In the newsletter …

Did You Know – Crows Can Be Quite Machiavelic

October 6, 2025

Crows have become quite the residents in Dubai’s landscape. Although first spotted around …

How to Talk to Your Child About Body Safety – Without Creating Fear

September 12, 2025

Body safety talks don’t have to be and shouldn’t be scary. When these conversations are calm …

ADHD in Girls vs. Boys: Why Symptoms Often Look Different

August 1, 2025

When people think of ADHD, they often picture a young boy bouncing off the walls, constantly moving, talking out of turn, or …

How Psychoeducational Assessments Help Shape Better Learning Plans in School

May 20, 2025

No two children are the same. Every child brings a unique mix of strengths, challenges, and ways of …