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Are Sharks a Popular Special Interest Among Autistic People?

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER, SPECIAL INTERESTS

Are Sharks a Popular Special Interest Among Autistic People?

Have you noticed that many autistic people love sharks and either know a lot about these creatures or in some way, express their interest such as collecting all sorts of shark themed paraphernalia?

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Stimming, Fixations More Telling of ASD than Poor Social Skills

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER, STIMMING and SENSORY NEEDS

Stimming, Fixations More Telling of ASD than Poor Social Skills

Stimming and “special interests” are more so hallmarks of ASD than are poor social skills, says a study.

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Sedentary? 5 Minutes a Day of Negative Training = Benefits

STRENGTH TRAINING

Sedentary? 5 Minutes a Day of Negative Training = Benefits

If you’re inactive then just five minutes a day of “negative training” can give you great health benefits.

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Exercise Boosts Brain Function in All: Young, Old, ADHD, ASD

BRAIN HEALTH

Exercise Boosts Brain Function in All: Young, Old, ADHD, ASD

There’s no such thing as a human brain that can’t benefit from exercise.

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Can Slow Eating Really Prevent Obesity or Cause Weight Loss?

WEIGHT GAIN, WHY YOU CAN'T LOSE WEIGHT

Can Slow Eating Really Prevent Obesity or Cause Weight Loss?

Myth or fact: Eating slowly either prevents getting fat or causes weight loss in those who are already obese.

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Bodies Don’t Change; Eating and Exercise Habits Do

BODY IMAGE & POSITIVITY, BODYFAT LEVELS

Bodies Don’t Change; Eating and Exercise Habits Do

“Bodies change” is a popular excuse for adopting eating habits that lead to obesity and avoiding or stopping exercise which contributes to excess weight.

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Is an Adult Autism Diagnosis Less Valid than Childhood Ones?

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER, LATE DIAGNOSED AUTISM, STIMMING and SENSORY NEEDS

Is an Adult Autism Diagnosis Less Valid than Childhood Ones?

I’m fed up with these skeptics who think that in order for an autism diagnosis to be valid it must be given in childhood.

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If You Weigh 300 You’re Not Healed from Your Eating Disorder

Obesity Health

If You Weigh 300 You’re Not Healed from Your Eating Disorder

Since when is giving up weight loss efforts when morbidly obese the same as being “healed” from an eating disorder?

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Autism Acceptance Month in April: 10 Things You Can Do

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

Autism Acceptance Month in April: 10 Things You Can Do

Here are 10 things you can do for autistic people for Autism Acceptance Month in April.

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You Shouldn’t Avoid Exercise or Sports Due to Fear of Injury

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You Shouldn’t Avoid Exercise or Sports Due to Fear of Injury

Has a fear of serious injury been holding you back from pursuing a physical activity or even a fitness class?

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