This week, why Autism Acceptance Month is important.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T for Autistic Children
A sad but necessary post about giving our children the respect they deserve. In the last few years I’ve been learning about disability attitudes. Because I’m
Making Disability Cool for the Normals
This article about fidget spinners came out a few months ago but describes something that rightly bothers many people. Perhaps I should be more hopeful. Perhaps
Shank ’em
Interesting research tidbit here. SHANK3 is essential for the early development of primate brains. Understanding the novel role of SHANK3 in early brain development is critical
Advocacy
Just found Autistic Self Advocacy and I’m very excited. What a great resource! Here’s how to speak your mind to your Members of Congress during the August
DSM IV vs DSM V
Great podcast and interesting discussion about differing criteria and how girls get screwed, again, by the criteria. Sadly, women are diagnosed later or not at all
A little feel good
Wow it’s been a rough week. But here’s a story about a man who is nonverbal, but thriving. I can’t converse well, but this doesn’t
You Aughta Know 