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Vaccinations cause adults. Not autism.

Vaccinations cause adults. Not autism.

ScienceVeronica O15 May 2025health, vaccines, scienceComment

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Being different can be your superpower! #anxiety #autism #ASD #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthtips #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawarenessmonth
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Cognitive Distortions in OCD 
Here are just a few of the common cognitive distortions seen in #ocd

“Cognitive distortions are patterns of thinking that can skew how you perceive situations, often making things feel more intense or negativ

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SMART goals are clearly defined objectives that follow five key criteria: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. They help break down big ideas into manageable steps, making it easier to stay focused and track progress. By settin

Things we need to normalise 🥰
- Talking about Mental Health
- Taking breaks when needed
- Asking for help
- Saying No when needed
- Going to therapy
- Showing our emotions

#silverlinings #hope #reminders #meaningfulconnections #

Again, just a snippet and also different for each person.

#autism #actuallyocd #anxiety #bipolar #depression #inspiration #loveyourself #mentalhealth#mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalilln

You must fill your own cup before you can pour into others. Self-care is crucial for your emotional and physical health

#storyofthemind #autism #actuallyocd #anxiety #bipolar #depression #inspiration #loveyourself #mentalhealth#mentalhealthawareness

PERFECTIONISM

Perfectionism is characterised by a strong need to meet excessively high standards, often tied to a person’s self-worth. Individuals may engage in behaviours like checking or correcting to meet these expectations, focus on mistak

Courage is not the absence of fear. But rather the judgment that there is something more important.

#autism #actuallyocd #anxiety #bipolar #depression #inspiration #loveyourself #mentalhealth#mentalhealthawareness&

Common Autistic Traits

Difficulties initiating & maintaining conversation

Over or under responsiveness to sensory input

Differences in gestures, facial expressions & eye contact

Repeated motor movements, speech or routines

Struggles with

Hard to remember but ever so true: Your anxiety is real.
You are not being dramatic, too sensitive, you are not exaggerating or pretending, you are not seeking attention.
That’s the thing about anxiety it is a response that often doesn’t

Mental Health Reminders 🌱

1. It’s okay to not be okay. Give yourself permission to feel without judgment.
2. Take it one day at a time. Small steps lead to big changes.
3. You’re more than your productivity. Rest is productive too.
4. F

There is hope. Even when your brain tells you there isn’t.

#autism #actuallyocd #anxiety #bipolar #depression #inspiration #loveyourself #mentalhealth#mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #me

Things we need to normalise 🥰
- Talking about Mental Health
- Taking breaks when needed
- Asking for help
- Saying No when needed
- Going to therapy
- Showing our emotions

#silverlinings #hope #reminders #meaningfulconnections #

Attachment Styles

An attachment style is the way a person typically thinks, feels, and behaves in close relationships, shaped largely by early interactions with caregivers. It influences how people form bonds, respond to intimacy, and handle conflic

What is your favourite fidget toy?

Always looking for suggestions!

I’m really liking one which is lots of tiny magnetic balls that you can use as one or make long tiny chains. Definitely not one to have for kids though.

What do you like?

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This five-step exercise can be very helpful during periods of anxiety or panic by helping to ground you in the present when your mind is bouncing around between various anxious thoughts.

Before starting this exercise, pay attention to your breathing

Understanding self-harm.

If you’re experiencing a tough time or would like some advice. Here are a few different avenues you can go down to get help. You can see a doctor, counsellor, talk with someone you know and trust. For immediate su

Some words of encouragement.

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#selfcare #selflove #love #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #wellness #loveyourself #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes

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