
Label Jars, Not People
For most of his life, until he started typing, E was identified as a “low-functioning autistic.” These are his thoughts on function labels.
For most of his life, until he started typing, E was identified as a “low-functioning autistic.” These are his thoughts on function labels.
Carol Millman’s article comparing dog training to ABA garnered the attention of many BCBAs. Dr. Thomas Zane and Katie Gorycki respond, and Carol Millman replies in line.
Being diagnosed with PTSD was one of the most validating things I’ve ever experienced. Not only did it lead me down a path of healing,
In order to invalidate the words and language of those who require a communication partner, opponents cling to logical fallacies to justify ableism.
Before I turned 17 and started the gradual descent into becoming increasingly-suicidal, I suffered with severe obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) that culminated in a breakdown.
Parents of autistic children are often led to believe that toileting, doing well in grocery stores, and compliance are what predict success for autistic adults, but here’s what research has to say.
Autistic people are often differently-capable, with areas of remarkable skill and troughs of profound weaknesses– an exploration of this phenomenon.
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