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Beyond Mental Health: Understanding the Whole Brain
The human experience is far too complex to be defined by a single word or a diagnostic category. For decades, we have relied on various clinical terms to describe the struggles people face, but these categories often fail to capture the dynamic nature of the human brain and mental health. Instead of viewing the mind…
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Why Children on the Autism Spectrum Show Repetitive Behaviors
Repetitive behaviors are one of the most recognized characteristics of children on the autism spectrum. These behaviors—often referred to as repetitive or restricted behaviors—can include hand-flapping, rocking, lining up objects, repeating words or phrases, or following rigid routines. While these actions may appear puzzling or concerning to caregivers and educators, they play an important role…