Understanding Autism through the Actually Autistic Lens: Resource List
NeuroClastic
October 21, 2021
A list of resources for those seeking to learn more about Autism, from the inside-out.
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Announcement: Autistic Acceptance NeuroClastic Fundraiser
NeuroClastic
September 29, 2021
NeuroClastic is fundraising with the ultimate autistic acceptance swag. Help us meet our goal of 500 shirts and stock up for gifting acceptance.
Announcement: Understanding Autism Through The Autistic Lens – Virtual Conference
NeuroClastic
September 9, 2021
Penn State is hosting an #ActuallyAutistic conference through their TRIO training academy which focuses on equity in educational settings.
900 ABA Professionals Have Weighed in on the Use of Electroshock at Judge Rotenberg Center
NeuroClastic
August 26, 2021
NeuroClastic surveyed 900 professionals from the field of applied behavior analysis to measure attitudes about the use of electroshock punishment at the Judge Rotenberg Center.
ABA Horror Stories Are Far Too Common
NeuroClastic
August 17, 2021
Many autistic children who receive ABA therapy are nonspeakers. As these children age, they gain access to better communication tools. And when they do, these autistics often report horror stories from ABA therapy.
On Using NonSpeaking, Minimally Speaking, Or Unreliably Speaking Over “Non-Verbal”: NonSpeakers Weigh In
NeuroClastic
August 14, 2021
“I prefer nonspeaking as I understand all language. Non-verbal suggests I don’t understand language and doesn’t represent how I love language.”
A Productive Irritant: A Celebration of the Life of Dr. Dinah Murray
NeuroClastic
July 7, 2021
Dinah Murray was so much more than a “productive irritant”… Like the grit in the oyster shell that produces the pearl, Murray’s life and work was a treasure of immeasurable value.
NeuroClastic members nominated for the UK’s National Diversity Awards 2021
NeuroClastic
May 11, 2021
NeuroClastic is excited to announce that both the Chief Operating Officer and a member of the advisory board have been nominated for the ITV national
Nonspeaker Perspectives on Representation
NeuroClastic
February 11, 2021
With the help of the International Association of Spelling to Communicate, we asked Nonspeaking Autistic young people what they would like for the world to know about their lived experiences, thoughts, and inner lives.
Announcement: Virtual ASAN Gala November 12-15th
NeuroClastic
November 6, 2020
For the first time, ASAN’s annual gala is virtual, making it more accessible to those who weren’t able to travel. See the schedule of events and find out how to attend.
