Embracing My Neurodivergent Journey: A Tale of Identity, ADHD,and Psychoeducation || By Deanna Edwards, ACP Intern at People House

 “There are billions of us—humans everywhere, with access to our own minds and no one else’s, tossing one another’s songs and sentences to bridge the gap.” –  Annie Kotowicz. That’s the journey I decided to undertake—to delve into my neurodivergent identity through writing this post and reaching others. As I sit in my living room,…

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Polyvagal Theory || By Chardin Bersto MA

What is “polyvagal”?  It is an expression of our nervous system that regulates the organ systems of our bodies, the heart and lungs above our diaphragm, and the organs of our digestive system below the diaphragm. It is related to the Vagus Nerve which wanders down through the center of our body, Vagus, literally, means…

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Accepting Difference || By By TJ Dubovich MFTC

We all know that our partner is going to have some differences from us. If they didn’t, we would be in a relationship with a clone… and maybe that’s your thing, but I’m guessing most of you want a partner that has differences that compliment or challenge you, creating excitement and nuance within the relationship.…

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