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Traditional estimates suggesting boys are four times more likely to have autism are being challenged by research showing nearly equivalent prevalence across sexes, with the disparity existing primarily in diagnosis rates due to female-specific presentations.

“Unlike more freestyle meditation approaches, which may aim to energize or simply relax practitioners, Yoga Nidra is rooted in ancient yogic traditions and works by shifting brainwave activity from beta (active thinking) to alpha, theta, and even delta waves—states associated with deep rest and sleep.”

“Without my twice-weekly sugar binge, I felt more emotionally balanced and less reactive.”

Gender-affirming surgery, while beneficial in affirming gender identity, is associated with increased risk of mental health issues, underscoring the need for ongoing, gender-sensitive mental health support for transgender individuals’ post-surgery.

“…three drugs were associated with more negative or failed efficacy trials than positive ones…”

“Nothing in her growing-up years could have prepared us for the shock and devastation of seeing this normal, happy child become totally incapacitated by schizophrenia.”