Free eBook for Your Autistic Kids: Rest Easy My Love
2020-04-01
Neurodivergent children deal with a lot of anxiety. In times of rationing, this book is to help children understand some resources never run out.
How Whole Groups Subconsciously Villainize an Innocent Outsider
2020-03-28
It's not uncommon for a whole group of reasonable, otherwise "good" people to decide collectively that an innocent person is a threat. Here's how.
Fifteen People to Celebrate on International Women’s Day
2020-03-08
Fifteen autistic women and nonbinary folk to celebrate on International Women's Day. Experience the diversity of the autism spectrum from the perspectives of these talented poets and writers.
How to Play with Your Autistic Child
2020-03-06
Many therapists who work with autistic children attempt to control or manipulate how autistic children play, deeming it inappropriate. We disagree and recommend a different approach.
Are you a #NeuroLurker?
2020-03-03
Have you felt your whole life that you were different from the people around you? Are you diagnosed with ADHD or mental illness, but feel those diagnoses left unanswered questions? Do you think you have more in common with your autistic child than with most people? You might be a #NeuroLurker.
Becoming an ABA RBT When I Thought I Was Neurotypical: Part 2 — The Certification Course
2020-01-09
Before I knew I was autistic, I was pushed into a position at a new job as an ABA registered behavior technician. This is my experience with the training course... or how to become an ABA therapist online in 2 days.
The Sonic Bliss of Quintessential Autistic Gear: Noise Cancelling Headphones
2019-12-17
Readers will be amazed to see that noise cancelling headphones are as quintessential an accommodation as eyeglasses, wheelchairs, or asthma inhalers.
The Real Reasons Autistic People Are Stressed During the Holiday Season
2019-12-12
Autistic people struggle with the holiday season for reasons that go beyond just sensory difficulties and limited social batteries. Here's why.
#ShineOnMax Becomes an International Call to End Ableism and Humanize Autistic People in the Media
2019-11-19
#ShineOnMax becomes an international call to see autistic people as fully human and value their lives.
Who Was Max Benson? An Interview with His Mother, Stacia #ShineOnMax
2019-11-16
On Sunday, November 17, 2019, people around the world lit candles in honor and remembrance of Max Benson. The local vigil was powerful, but worldwide, the hashtag #ShineOnMax became a unifying and powerful movement to bring the world together in