Differences in how certain brain regions communicate with one another may help explain why individuals with higher levels of autistic traits tend to experience more shame and less guilt than others, according to a new study published in Personality Neuroscience. Shame and guilt are both emotions that arise in response to perceived wrongdoing, yet they are…
For this woman, the world’s perception of her limits became the fuel that drove her mission. Instead of giving up, she persevered until her tale inspired millions. Meet Nadia Lauricella, a shining example of resilience from Sicily, Italy. Born with a rare illness that left her with no arms, one missing leg, and a twisted…
Jacksonville, Florida couple Justin Ackerman and Savannah Combs welcomed their twin daughters, Mckenli and Kennadi, two months prematurely on May 12, 2021. Both girls were born with Down syndrome, a genetic condition caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. While the parents were aware of the potential risk for one baby, they chose to…
Getty Images The internet couldn’t look away after a viral concert clip of Mexican singer Alejandro Fernández sparked widespread speculation about his appearance. Keep reading to learn more. 55-year-old Alejandro Fernández recently found himself at the center of an unexpected online debate after viewers noticed what appeared to be a white coating on his tongue…
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) – Indiana is pausing signups for new autism therapy providers, a move state officials say is meant to strengthen oversight and address rising costs. The pause was announced Tuesday and is set to last at least six months starting Saturday. Because there’s been confusion about what the change does (and doesn’t)…
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) – Indiana is pausing signups for new autism therapy providers, a move state officials say is meant to strengthen oversight and address rising costs. The pause was announced Tuesday and is set to last at least six months starting Saturday. Because there’s been confusion about what the change does (and doesn’t)…
Jono Lancaster’s tale is a remarkable combination of tragedy and inspiration. Jono was born in 1985 with Treacher Collins syndrome, a rare genetic illness that causes facial defects, and he suffered rejection from an early age. His biological parents, startled by his condition, abandoned him 36 hours after delivery. However, he was adopted by Jean…
Lexi and Danny took on a challenge that changed their lives. After their wedding they had to deal with health issues that made pregnancy risky for Lexi.   Their dream of starting a family seemed impossible… but an even bigger challenge lay ahead: changing their lifestyle. Initially, their daily life consisted of fast food, constant…
For years, doctors believed certain age-related changes in the male body were simply an unavoidable part of getting older. Many men accepted discomfort, fatigue, and declining energy as normal signs of aging. But recent fictional research in this story suggests there may be more happening beneath the surface than most people realize. The discovery began…
Loren Schauers never thought that one day at work would change everything. At the age of 19, a horrifying forklift accident crushed him and left him struggling for his life. To preserve his life, doctors performed an unusual procedure that involved removing the bottom half of his body. While many would have given up, Loren…