ADHD Mythological Pathways

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After seeing a few tweets and posts surrounding ADHD and the stereotypical way they have been described, I feel compelled to “right” what I see as a wrong. ADHD is a condition that affects the brain. There is a chemical called dopamine in the brain. In ADHD children, that chemical is lacking or low. It [...]

Look at me, what do you see? (Poem for Autism & Brain Damage)

I look around, my eyes cast down Don’t look straight at me, my eyes can’t bear to meet I may smile and pretend, that I like you as a friend But inside I roar, unable to take any more The noise is too much, and the crowds far to close You just don’t see, how [...]

Communications Shutdown – Autism Awareness – Not for me.

Today you might have seen lots of posts, or information about the communication shutdown. It is an appeal to raise awareness of autism and how it affects those affected.  Unlike those of us who are neuro-typical, many children on the autistic spectrum have difficulty communicating their feelings and thoughts in an appropriate manner, and in an [...]