Autism
A spectrum shaping perception and communication
Autism isn’t a deficit but a distinct way of sensing, thinking, and connecting. We spotlight neurodiverse voices, new research, and inclusive practices that shift the conversation from pathology to perspective.
Neurodivergence and the Brain: How Minds Differ — and Thrive
Neurodivergence describes the many ways human brains think, feel, and learn. Explore its forms, signs, and the movement turning difference…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Amy Reichelt
Editorial Picks
Neurodivergence and the Brain: How Minds Differ — and Thrive
Neurodivergence describes the many ways human brains think, feel, and learn. Explore its forms, signs,…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Amy Reichelt
How Pop Culture Defines Autism Stereotypes: From “Rain Man” to “As We See It”
From film to fiction, autism stereotypes miss the truth. Modern culture is rewriting the story…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Elena Deliu
ADHD Brain: What to Know About Symptoms of ADHD — and How to Cope
Having trouble staying focused or getting things done? It could be ADHD — more than…
Why Holidays Can Be Difficult With People With Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Occasions like holidays and birthdays typically bring to mind joy, laughter, and quality time with…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Arielle Tandowski
Inside an Integrative Therapy Session: How Talk Therapy, the Body, and the Nervous System Intersect
Integrative therapy can support emotional processing and lasting healing.
Expert-Reviewed by:
Laurin Angermeier
My Experience at a Legal Psilocybin Therapy Retreat
States of Mind's Senior Editor tells us what actually happens at a psychedelic therapy session.
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
When To See A Psychiatrist
Talking about mental health (MH) and treating mental illnesses may have been normalised to a…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Elena Deliu
Do Anxiety Pens Work? The Promise and Pitfalls of Portable Calm
Anxiety or calming pens can be part of a holistic wellness plan. But do they…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Amy Reichelt
