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Autism verses Neurotypical Embarrassment
Autism verses Neurotypical Embarrassment I read an article recently from an autistic adult who wrote about how neurodiverse people learn neurotypical social skills…and should they? How much do they need to know? Where’s the point when the neurodiverse gets to be the neurodiverse? Is it always appropriate that neurodiverse people (for this blog I discuss…
Autism Imagination and a Preferred Topic, Plus Pizza
Autism Imagination and a Preferred Topic, Plus Pizza. This blog is about a project my son did for his English class What did he do? First, his English teacher assigned a book reading project for the semester. His students had to read a teacher-approved, substantial book over the course of the semester. My son chose…
The TV show “Atypical”
Netflix has recently released a new television show called, “Atypical.” What is it about? (Spoiler alert) “Atypical” is about an eighteen-year-old boy with autism. The story revolves around him navigating high school and hormones. He is a super intelligent kid, who has social awkwardness and obsessions. The show also includes other storylines around the kid’s…
Signs and Symptoms of Ectopic Pregnancy
Ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants in a location other than inside the uterus, usually inside a fallopian tube. Also known as a tubal pregnancy, an ectopic pregnancy is non-viable and can be life threatening to the mother. Unfortunately, many of the same symptoms are present in a viable pregnancy, making an ectopic pregnancy difficult to diagnose. Some symptoms of a tubal pregnancy, however, can help ensure you receive the earliest possible treatment.
Signs & Symptoms of Ectopic Pregnancy
If an egg is fertilized in a fallopian tube, it is an ectopic pregnancy and cannot result in the healthy delivery of a baby. A tubal or ectopic pregnancy can also be life-threatening if left untreated, according to the Mayo Clinic. While a tubal pregnancy is devastating to a hopeful mom, the good news is that successful detection and treatment of the condition increases your chances of future healthy pregnancies.