The “Critical Window” is Closing In the world of neurodiversity and developmental health, there is a concept we speak of with both reverence and urgency: the critical window. This is the period in early childhood where the brain is most plastic, most adaptable, and most responsive to …
Autism & Neurodiversity
Under-Diagnosis of Personality Disorders in Autistic Adults: What Clinicians Need to Know
By Triad Psych, P.C. — 23 Years Strong in Evidence-Based Mental Healthcare At Triad Psych, we regularly evaluate clients whose histories are shaped by years of diagnostic complexity and clinical ambiguity. One emerging reality across the field—supported by growing research—is that personality …
Parenting a Special Needs/Neurodivergent Child Is Not a Popularity Contest
“You can’t have popularity without mediocracy”-Oscar Wilde Parenting a child with special needs or who is neurodivergent is often misunderstood. Too many parents find themselves caught between judgmental glances at the grocery store, unsolicited advice from well-meaning relatives, and the …
Cassandra Syndrome Requires a Critical Eye
By Dave Glick, EdM, LCSW Relationships between neurotypical and neurodiverse partners can be deeply rewarding, but they can also present unique challenges that deserve careful examination. One concept that has gained increasing attention is Cassandra Syndrome-a situation where one partner (often …
Discovering Autism Later in Life: How Triad Psych Supports Late-Diagnosed Adults
For many, an autism diagnosis in adulthood can be both a revelation and a reckoning. It may explain years of social friction, emotional exhaustion, or simply the persistent feeling of being “different.” At Triad Psych, we recognize that receiving an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis later in …
Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance and How Therapy Can Help
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a profile within the autism spectrum characterized by extreme avoidance of everyday demands and expectations, driven not by defiance but by intense anxiety and a need for control. As well as a neurological disposition making transitioning from one task to …
Supporting Neurodiversity, TBI and Accessibility: Disability Services at Triad Psych
At Triad Psych, based in Marietta, GA, we believe that every individual deserves to thrive in all aspects of life, regardless of their unique challenges. Our practice offers comprehensive disability services rooted in evidence-based strategies, neurodiversity-affirming practices, and practical …
Integrating Different Theories to Enhance Social Skills Groups
Terrance Putter, MA, RBT, is a dedicated mental health professional at Triad Psych in Marietta, Georgia, specializing in supporting neurodiverse young adults through innovative social skills groups. With a background in counseling and psychotherapy, and experience practicing in England, Terrance …
Autism and Gender Dysphoria: Understanding a Complex Relationship
In recent years, the growing visibility of both autistic individuals and those experiencing gender dysphoria has led researchers, clinicians, and advocates to examine the complex intersection between these two identities. While each is unique, there is a significant overlap that demands attention, …