Common symptoms of Neuronal dysfunction. Rewiring is a term used by Mental Health professionals to describe neuroplasticity, the ability of the brain to adapt to new environments. OCD-Obsessive Compulsive Disorder- is a common feature of autism. OCD is not an illness in itself but a symptom, specifically an obsession.It never manifests individually yet hatches to […]
Perfection is not humanly designed. Perfectionism is a Mental Disorder underlying other conditions, most commonly ADHD and OCD. The healthy definition of Perfectionism is “Doing the best of your ability.” Perfectionism is a Delusion.The human brain is not set to Perfection.In neurotypicals, the pseudonym “perfect!” refers to “well done!”“Well done” doesn’t mean “perfect”, it means […]
‘Social Jet lag’ is the definition of Exhaustion in ADHD/Autism following social events. Getting ready for expected events is of utmost importance in Autism. Envisioning the predictable alleviates the unpredictable. I came across an article on Autism/ADHD which consolidated my coping strategies. Time accounts for a major change in Autism.Changes are big stressors. The theory is […]
Terminology is in constant evolution in Medicine, although not always indispensable. Language is one of the most common signs of the time.Since the advent of Internet, it would seem ‘fashionable’ to introduce unnecessary new vocabulary to long established functional terminology. Self-rule is just another example of Routine, with a more inquisitive emphasis. I’m not against […]
Depression always follows my happiness. Or it could be that I don’t know happiness. Living is a daily battle.Happiness does exist though you must battle for it.Worst of all, it’s never permanent and short-lived.Would you call that ‘happiness’?Something you know it will be followed by sadness. Some will say “enjoy the moment”.I’d rather say “enjoy […]
It’s important to recognize the early signs of a meltdown and abate it in it’s tracks. Don’t stand the chance. You can’t make it alone if you get panic. Benzodiazepines can help as soon as hyperventilation occurs, lying down with some soothing music. You should start feeling better in 15 minutes, stay calm. Always have […]
I need a reason for self-care. Without a reason, pleasurable self-care takes the place of forced hygienic labor. In short, necessity. I need to be in the right place to celebrate or else. Today I declined an hairdresser appointment.I do things for a purpose only. Besides, I look good long haired, it s more about renewal, […]
Festivities are always hard on autists. In particular, Christian festivals. It’s no surprise that holidays are overwhelming for autists. I’m scared of Christmas. I miss home and the balmy Mediterranean weather.Christmas 2019 is my last happy memory before Covid hit. The world will never be like before again.This pandemic literally changed everything, from people to […]
Consequences of Christmas stress on autists. It’s no surprise that holidays are overwhelming for autists. Living in a non-Christian country as a Christian, Christmas takes the form of Confusion to me: I feel out of place, I can’t get organized, I get depressed, homesick… These are also the shortest days of the year with sunset […]
Political instability and increasing cost of life add to Christmas stress. Christmas and another year, in business jargon ‘dead-ends’, everything but a soothing reminder. I hoped till the last minute to make it to Europe. Awareness setting in. God is not done with me yet.At this stage I entrust fully to Him.There is no time for […]
