Tag: Progress
Beyond Awareness: Embracing Autism with Understanding and Action
April 2nd—World Autism Awareness Day! The day the world lights up blue, hashtags trend, and speeches are made. But let’s be real for a second—awareness alone isn’t enough. What if we stopped just ‘acknowledging’ autism and actually started embracing, understanding,
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The Sensory Overload Battle: ADHD vs. Autism – What’s the Difference?
Introduction Sensory overload is a struggle for many neurodivergent individuals, but it doesn’t manifest the same way in everyone. Both autism (ASD) and ADHD involve sensory processing differences, yet the way each condition interacts with sensory input can be vastly
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Why ADHD and Autism Are Not ‘New’—Society Is Just Catching Up
If ADHD & Autism Have Always Existed, Why Do They Seem So ‘New’? You’ve heard it before: “Back in my day, kids weren’t autistic. ADHD wasn’t a thing. We just had discipline!”—Yet history tells a different story. The truth is,
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Understanding ADHD: More Than Just an Attention Problem
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is more than just a difficulty in paying attention. It is a complex neurodevelopmental condition affecting brain management functions, making organization, focus, and impulse control challenging. Formerly known as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), the term
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Mental Health and Autism: Addressing the Overlooked Connection
Autism is often discussed in terms of sensory processing, communication differences, and cognitive strengths, but its connection to mental health is sometimes overlooked. Autistic individuals are significantly more likely to experience conditions such as anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders. Understanding
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Government Role in Autism Support in Nepal
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects individuals worldwide, including in Nepal. While awareness of autism has been increasing, there remains a significant need for governmental intervention to support individuals with autism and their families. The role
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Holistic Approach in Providing Multidisciplinary Care: A Comprehensive Model for Autism Support
Autism is a unique and diverse neurodevelopmental condition that shapes how individuals experience the world, influencing communication, behavior, sensory processing, and social interactions. Because every autistic person is different, a one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn’t work. Instead, a holistic, multidisciplinary approach
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Every voice matters, even the silent ones. The question is—are we ready to listen?
The question lingers in the air: Are we ready to listen? For too long, society has equated a voice with words spoken aloud, sidelining those whose expressions transcend traditional communication. But in the world of neurodiversity and autism, voices come
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