Calling autism a “hidden disability” is oversimplifying the facts and lived experience of autistic people whose disability is often seen but misinterpreted.
Autistic researcher Emma Reardon has spent decades working with individuals labeled with “challenging behavior.” She explores what that means and how her perception has changed through the years.
If you want to stop autistic meltdowns, you will need to understand why they happen and what causes them. You can prevent them by using your position of authority to be an accomplice in co-regulation.
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.
Alex Sprague is an adult now being forced to recall painful memories of childhood behavior-based therapy that left them with trauma.
Sebastian Rubino explores the many problems with ABA therapy in this video.
My different sensory, social and physical experiences don’t prevent me from empathizing. In fact, I am skilled at building rapport, seeing things from different perspectives, and connecting with people.
Advocacy is very hard, and dealing with the intricate nuances and communication differences in autistic advocacy can make it even more difficult to navigate.
Mike Wise recalls his time as an autistic student placed in seclusion as a punishment for being impulsive or not getting his work done.
Travis almost didn’t notice the warm hand that was gently massaging his shoulder.
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