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Autism Facts vs Autism Myths

by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghApril 29, 2025 ASD, aspergers, autism, autism facts, autism myths, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum disorders0 comments
Autism Facts vs Autism Myths Despite increasing awareness, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) remains clouded by misconceptions, fueled by ongoing discussions and news reports. With ongoing debates about autism diagnoses and societal perceptions, autism myths persist and contribute to stigma and misinformation. These misunderstandings can obstruct progress toward...
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Self Diagnosis: Do I Have ADHD? Do I Have Autism?

by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghApril 25, 2024 ADHD, ADHD / ADD, ADHD in women, adhd testing, ASD, ASDs, autism, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum disorders, do i have adhd, do i have autism, neurodivergence, neurodiversity, neurotypical, self diagnosis, self-diagnosis0 comments
Self Diagnosis: Do I Have ADHD? Do I Have Autism? In recent years, there has been a notable rise in the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Concurrently there has been a significant increase in Google Searches for “Do I Have Autism?” and “Do I Have ADHD?”. “Do I have ADHD” Google...
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Is Neurodivergence a Disability?

by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMarch 26, 2024 ADHD, ASD, ASDs, autism, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum disorders, disability, neurodivergence, neurodiversity, neurodiversity affirming therapy, neurotypical, obsessive compulsive disorder, OCD0 comments
Is Neurodivergence a Disability? The short answer is, the experiences of neurodivergence can be disabling, but they are not disabling for everyone with related diagnoses/symptoms. It is important to note that Disability is a medical and governmental term that comes with specific criteria and limitations for recognition – rather than being a diagnosis, it is...
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