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Understanding Emotional Health: Communicating Your Needs Effectively to Navigate Stress and Anxiety 495 400 Advance LA

Understanding Emotional Health: Communicating Your Needs Effectively to Navigate Stress and Anxiety

Understanding Emotional Health: Communicating Your Needs Effectively to Navigate Stress and Anxiety For young adults, especially those navigating life across the autism spectrum or facing learning differences and social-emotional challenges, open communication about emotional health is more crucial than ever. The ability to express your needs and feelings clearly can significantly impact your mental well-being…

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Maximizing Success for Neurodivergent Students and Young Adults: Expert Tips from a Specialized Coach 495 400 Advance LA

Maximizing Success for Neurodivergent Students and Young Adults: Expert Tips from a Specialized Coach

Maximizing Success for Neurodivergent Students and Young Adults: Expert Tips from a Specialized Coach Starting a new school year or transitioning to college can be daunting for any student, but for neurodivergent students—especially those with ADHD, executive functioning challenges, and anxiety—it can present unique difficulties. However, with the right support and strategies, these students can…

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Jumpstart Your Summer: Tips for Landing a Great Job 495 400 Advance LA

Jumpstart Your Summer: Tips for Landing a Great Job

Jumpstart Your Summer: Tips for Landing a Great Job For many neurodivergent young adults, job searching can feel overwhelming. Our Advance LA Life Skills Coaches understand these feelings and help break down the job search process into manageable steps. Here are our top tips to land a great gig: 1) CREATE A RESUME Even without…

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Tips to Manage Mental Health 495 400 Advance LA

Tips to Manage Mental Health

Advance LA is excited to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, which is observed during the month of May; it aims to bring attention to the mental health needs and challenges faced by young adults as they transition into adulthood. Organizations and communities often use this month to educate, raise awareness, and provide support for young…

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The Road to Self-Discovery: Navigating Success and Independence for Neurodivergent Young Adults 495 400 Advance LA

The Road to Self-Discovery: Navigating Success and Independence for Neurodivergent Young Adults

The Road to Self-Discovery: Navigating Success and Independence for Neurodivergent Young Adults April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to acknowledge the transformative power of support and self-discovery within the neurodivergent community. This month serves as an empowering recognition of the strides made in navigating independence and embracing the unique paths of young adults with special…

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What’s So Funny? Helping Neurodivergent Young Adults Relate To Humor 495 401 Advance LA

What’s So Funny? Helping Neurodivergent Young Adults Relate To Humor

Here’s a joke for you: I ordered a chicken and an egg from Amazon. I’ll let you know which arrives first. While some of us might find this funny, some folks with autism may not get the humor and they won’t laugh when hearing it. The lack of laughter can be misinterpreted as a lack…

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best way to meet prospective romantic partners
What Is The Best Way To Meet Prospective Romantic Partners 495 401 Advance LA

What Is The Best Way To Meet Prospective Romantic Partners

(Dating Apps or Meeting In Person) The other day I was listening to a podcast about how young adults can meet other young adults to develop friendships and possible romantic relationships. One of the expert guests said,”My best advice is to cover all fronts! Try the apps and try in person.” This sounded like great…

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January is the perfect time for a fresh start
January Is The Perfect Time For A Fresh Start 495 401 Advance LA

January Is The Perfect Time For A Fresh Start

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” - Mary OliverWhile anytime during the year is the right time for a fresh start, January just feels perfect for new beginnings. The start of a new year is a time for hope. January brings renewed optimism for change,…

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Helping Neurodivergent Young Adults Have a Stress Free Holiday 495 400 Advance LA

Helping Neurodivergent Young Adults Have a Stress Free Holiday

Helping Neurodivergent Young Adults Have a Stress Free HolidayThe holiday season can bring joy, but also a lot of stress, depression, and anxiety. The demands of the season such as shopping and running errands while battling crowds, social obligations, houseguests, and relatives are all potential stressors for most people. In addition, changes in one’s daily…

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Supporting Your Neurodivergent Young Adult During The Holidays 495 400 Advance LA

Supporting Your Neurodivergent Young Adult During The Holidays

Supporting Your Neurodivergent Young Adult During The HolidaysFor many neurodivergent young adults, the holiday season can be a minefield of social expectations. There is so much pressure to spend lots of time with family and friends. But those types of interaction require a social proficiency that can be difficult for young adults with challenges. Young…

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