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Alex’s Autism Journey: Real Help, Real Results

Meet Alex. At 22, they were looking for real support to manage Autism, ADHD, anxiety, and more—while building confidence and executive functioning skills. After discovering our Autism Program online, Alex connected with Chris Smith and began a journey of growth through a team-based model that made expert care both accessible and affordable.

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How our Autism and Behavior Program Changed Olivia’s Life

Olivia, a 12-year-old girl, has always been bright and creative but has struggled with big emotions, anxiety, and difficulty focusing. Olivia’s parents had tried both autism therapy and medication, but nothing seemed to truly make a difference — until they came across the Autism and Behavior Program at Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry.

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The Growing Challenges of Accessing Prescription Stimulants: What Patients Need to Know About ADHD, Access, and Misuse

Managing ADHD can be life-changing, but for many patients, especially adults, navigating treatment options has become more complex than ever. More adults are being prescribed stimulant prescriptions, resulting in medication shortages and rising concerns around non-medical use.

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Alexithymia in Personality Disorders: New Insights for Diagnosis and Treatment

Explore the connection between Alexithymia and personality disorders, including how difficulty identifying emotions can impact relationships and mental health. This post sheds light on emerging research and clinical insights to better understand emotional awareness in therapy.

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Alliance Ruptures and Resolutions in the Treatment of Personality Disorders: What the Research Tells Us

Discover how alliance ruptures—breakdowns in the therapist-client relationship—affect the treatment of personality disorders. This post explores strategies for recognizing and repairing these ruptures to support more effective, long-term therapeutic outcomes.

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High-Functioning Autism Traits in Personality Disorders: A Surprising Clinical Overlap

Many adults with personality disorders may actually meet criteria for high-functioning autism. Learn what the latest research reveals and how it impacts diagnosis and treatment.

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Low-Sodium Oxybate: A Long-Term Treatment Option for Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia

Living with excessive daytime sleepiness can be overwhelming, impacting work, relationships, and overall quality of life. At Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry, Dr. Danish and his team stay at the forefront of sleep medicine, ensuring that patients receive the most effective, research-backed treatments. This post looks at one such treatment, low-sodium oxybate (LXB), to see how it has demonstrated promising long-term benefits for individuals suffering from narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia.

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