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These sensory-friendly gifts for kids with autism are useful, therapeutic, and fun! Gift-giving is a thoughtful way to show someone that you care, and this is especially true when it comes to kids with autism. Sensory-boosting gifts can provide autistic children with the tools they need to develop ...

If you are on the autism spectrum like me or you have an autistic child or family member, you probably know sounds and too much sensory stimuli can stress us out. Everything is loud and harsh to our ears and too much noise can cause a meltdown. Luckily, there's an easy way to reduce sensory ...

Sensory swings are important tools to help children and adults with conditions such as autism and ADHD self-regulate and live their best lives. As an autistic adult, I've noticed that most experts talk about addressing the sensory needs of kids, but ignore the benefits of a sensory swing for adults ...

Weighted stuffed animals are a great way to bring comfort into your home. These cozy companions can help with sleep and improve the mental health of children and adults with autism, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and more. In this complete guide to weighted stuffed animals, you'll learn about their ...

If you live with a chronic illness, these purposeful yet restful self-care activities will let you use your mind without using too much energy. Having a chronic illness is hard to deal with, but as a person who has always been target-motivated, I find it hard to fully relax. My body can be sapped ...

This anxiety merch includes shirts, pins, stickers, and more with funny and inspirational messages to raise awareness and end mental health stigmas. This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Why Anxiety Merch Matters Anxiety disorders ...

I have a love-hate relationship with the word “painsomnia” -- insomnia caused by chronic pain.  Hate because I know it all too well.  My osteoporosis has led to multiple fractures, each leaving some pain behind, and the osteoarthritis in my knees and hips is slowly progressing.  Getting comfortable ...

We all need a little extra support sometimes. That's why affirmation cards and therapy cards are such amazing tools for self-care. Whether you need a reminder of your worth, you're trying to learn meditation and mindfulness techniques, or you want to practice skills you learned in cognitive ...

Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it's often overlooked or neglected. Self-care boxes are an easy way to take care of your mental health and also make great gifts for a family member or friend who could use a mood boost. Mental health kits come in all shapes and sizes and ...

Calm Strips are discreet tactile fidget stickers that you can place on just about any surface. They can help people with a wide variety of mental health conditions and disabilities, including autism, ADHD, and anxiety, to improve their focus and cope with sensory overload, distractions, and stress. ...

These fibromyalgia jewelry pieces are designed to start conversations, raise awareness, and show your warrior spirit as you battle this common yet misunderstood chronic illness. Why Wearing Fibromyalgia Jewelry Matters Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects an estimated 4 million ...

If you have a chronic illness, you probably experience difficulty sleeping. Whether the problem stems from trouble falling asleep because of symptoms such as pain, or anxiety relating to managing your condition, sleep is essential to healing and recuperation. With so many products on the market ...