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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 Benefits of Psychotherapy in Autism 495 401 Advance LA

The Benefits of Psychotherapy in Autism

Addressing Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma Through TherapyThe Benefits of Psychotherapy in AutismApril is Autism Acceptance Month, and we covered an important topic in this month’s webcast. Recent statistics show that about 75% of autistic children have a comorbid mental health challenge, and nearly 50% have two or more comorbid mental health challenges. Common conditions include…

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