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Is Borderline Personality Disorder Overdiagnosed? A Clinical Review
Is Borderline Personality Disorder Overdiagnosed? Quick answer: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is neither simply overdiagnosed nor underdiagnosed—the evidence points to both problems occurring in different populations. Clinicians often overdiagnose BPD in trauma survivors and neurodivergent women due to symptom overlap, while underdiagnosing it in men and primary care settings due to stigma and diagnostic avoidance (Aviram et al., 2006; Sansone & Sansone, 2011). Few di
Marinda Venter
4 days ago8 min read


Understanding the Science Behind Dyscalculia, Working Memory, and Math Anxiety
Is your child struggling with math, but you can't figure out why? It could be one of three things: a specific math learning difference called dyscalculia, trouble holding information in their working memory, or feeling anxious about math. Each cause needs a different kind of help—here's how to tell them apart.
Marinda Venter
Sep 278 min read


Why Your ADHD Was Missed in the 80s (It Wasn't Just Neglect)
If you are one of the thousands of adults receiving an ADHD diagnosis in your 40s or 50s, you are likely wrestling with a complex mix of relief and resentment. Finally, there is a name for the executive dysfunction, the overwhelm, and the "brain fog" you have battled for decades. But alongside that clarity often comes a burning question: Why didn't anyone notice this sooner? It is a clinically and emotionally heavy question. Looking back at your childhood in the 1980s or 90s,
Marinda Venter
Jan 185 min read


Unlocking Your Daughter's Potential: The Power of an ADHD Assessment
Unlocking Your Daughter's Potential: The Power of an ADHD Assessment
Marinda Venter
Jun 7, 20254 min read


Parenting an ADHD teen: Understanding Your Teen's Brain and Yours Too
Understanding Your Teen's Brain and Yours Too Parenting a teenager often feels like navigating an uncharted territory of emotions,...
Marinda Venter
Jun 1, 20254 min read


ADHD Couple Counselling: Nurturing Relationships and Combating Ableism
ADHD couple counselling ADHD can present unique challenges in relationships, but couples can thrive with the proper support and...
Marinda Venter
Jan 29, 20243 min read


Nurturing the Gifted: An Imperative in Modern Education
In our quest to foster an inclusive educational environment, recognizing and nurturing giftedness establishes a crucial cornerstone....
Marinda Venter
Oct 29, 20232 min read


Unlock the Full Potential of your Post Secondary Education with a Psycho-Ed Assessment
When it comes to successfully navigating your post-secondary education, having a comprehensive understanding of your learning style and...
Marinda Venter
Jul 19, 20232 min read


Inclusiveness
adhd autism student isolated
Marinda Venter
Jun 10, 20232 min read
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