7 Movies About Autism
Check out one of these films that focus on under-represented groups within the autism community: nonspeakers, girls and women, and Autistic people of color.
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Autism vs. Unexpected Changes –The Battle
AuDHD can make dealing with sudden changes in plans challenging. Here’s how our neurodiversity specialist, Rose, manages those changes.
The Best Supplements to Reduce Cortisol
Cortisol, also called “the stress hormone,” can be harmful in excess. Here are the best supplements to reduce cortisol, backed by research.
Clashes Between “Autism Parents” & Autistic Adults: How to Mend Fences
Parents of Autistic kids and Autistic adults frequently clash online. TJ offers her perspective as both a mom and Autistic person for how they can communicate better with each other.
Autistics & Regulation Tools: Making a Strong Case for iPads
What is dysregulation, why do iPads help, and what do dozens of Autistics have to say about it, in their own words? Read on to find out.
Parkinson’s Disease, Sleep Disturbances, and Freezing of Gait
A review of studies of Parkinson’s patients examined if freezing of gait and sleep disturbances tend to co-occur. The Bened Life science team summarizes the results.
How Doctors Can Treat Disabled & Autistic Patients Better
The five most important ways a medical professional can make medical interactions positive for Autistic people based on my personal experiences.
What is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month?
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month focuses on issues minorities face in seeking mental health care, from stigma to accessibility issues.
Probiotics: History, Science and Genetic Sequencing
From mummified cheese to metagenomics, we take a fun dive into the history and science of probiotics. Add to your probiotics trivia knowledge in this blog.
6 Kids’ Books We Recommend on Autism or Disability Representation
Read to an Autistic or Nonspeaking child about kids like them, or help your allistic kids become inclusive, non-judgmental, and accepting with these 6 books.
Bened Life's Noelle Patno Discusses PS128, Brain Serotonin, Autism and More
Bened Life’s Chief Science Officer Noelle Patno dug into microbiome, PS128, and autism science on a recent episode of the Finding Genius podcast with Richard Jacobs.