My name is Alicia Potts and I have two sons with autism. When my older son, Nicholas, was two we noticed he was not talking. The doctors told us he could just be a late talker and to see how the next six months went. Six months later, there was…
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If someone you know is struggling with the hazardous effects of Anorexia or a related eating disorder, here are some key things to know. Anorexia Nervosa is a prominent eating disorder that is usually found in young women during puberty, as well as men in some cases. The disease is…
What’s a “Me-Monster,” and how can I be sure that I am not one? Good questions! If you got the impression that being a Me-Monster is an unfavorable thing, you’re off to a good start. You may not recognize “Me-Monsters” at first glance, but you certainly know them when they…
The New Reality for School I love the beginning of fall. School has just begun, with all of the excitement and anticipation it brings. It is like the children’s version of New Year’s Eve, but with all of their promises and resolutions for the new school year. While many of…
How to Respond to Criticism – 3 Ways to Handle it Tips for how to handle criticism in everyday situations. A major downside to putting yourself out there with an idea or opinion is that someone will always have something negative to say. In my own experiences, I’ve found that…
