Lindsay Curtis

3 days ago | verywellhealth.com | Lindsay Curtis

Severe autism, or level 3 autism spectrum disorder (ASD), describes individuals with the highest support needs on the autism spectrum. Individuals with level 3 autism face significant challenges in communication, with social interactions, and with repetitive behaviors that impact their daily lives and require substantial support throughout their lifetime. Jump to Key Takeaways.

3 days ago | health.com | Lindsay Curtis |Amelia MacIntyre

Olha Danylenko / Getty Images Weight loss and fat loss are often confused as the same thing. Weight loss involves lowering overall body weight from any source, including water, muscle, and fat. Fat loss involves lowering body fat (adipose tissue) while maintaining or increasing lean muscle mass. Losing fat improves metabolism and heart health, as well as lowering the risk of chronic (long-term) conditions.

1 week ago | verywellhealth.com | Lindsay Curtis

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are neurodevelopmental conditions that affect how you think, learn, and behave. While ADHD and autism are separate diagnoses, they share some overlapping traits, and many people live with both. Jump to Key Takeaways.

1 week ago | verywellhealth.com | Lindsay Curtis

Migraine and anxiety are closely linked. It is a bidirectional relationship, in which each condition increases the risk of developing the other. Studies show that more than 50% of people with migraine have at least one anxiety disorder, such as generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) or panic disorder. Jump to Key Takeaways.   Migraine and anxiety are both associated with low serotonin levels, a hormone that helps regulate mood and pain perception.

1 week ago | health.com | Lindsay Curtis |Smita Patel

nicolesy / Getty Images Sleep apnea is a condition that causes breathing to stop and start repeatedly while sleeping. It may occur up to 400 times per night, with each pause lasting 10 seconds or longer. There are two main types of sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when the soft tissues in your throat relax, temporarily blocking airflow. Central sleep apnea occurs when your brain doesn't send the correct signals to the muscles that control breathing.