The Marvelous Arianna
As an infant, a mere 3 weeks after birth, I knew Arianna was exceptional. She was forever alert, always curious, and in constant awareness of her surroundings…
Neurodivergence
Autism FAQ
Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD is a constellation of traits characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors…
Autism Signs & Symptoms with Steps to Obtain an Evaluation in New York City
Naveed is in 2nd grade and has been having a challenging time in school. While his teacher goes through her lessons, Naveed continuously stims, or engages in repetitive behaviors, inadvertently disrupting the class from learning…
My Childhood With Undiagnosed ADHD
“Mrs. Khan, your son Ivan is hyperactive.” It was the second time in just a few years that my immigrant mother heard that description of my behavior in the classroom. I was in the 4th grade, when my caring and nurturing teacher, Mrs. Bishop, noticed… Read More »My Childhood With Undiagnosed ADHD