All Posts Tagged Tag: ‘self-advocacy’
Hey, Neurotypicals: THINK Before Doing These Things
We all have things that seem to annoy us to no end. Traffic, a never-ending conversation, or hearing someone loudly […]
Read More →Police Interaction and Autism: Building Positive Relationships
Individuals with autism are significantly more likely to come into contact with law enforcement officials over the course of their […]
Read More →Autism Gurus | Stephen Shore, Ed.D. Talks Self-Advocacy, Ability, and Inclusion
Nonverbal until age four, Dr. Stephen Shore was diagnosed with “atypical development” and “strong autistic tendencies.” Labeled “too sick” for […]
Read More →You Aut to Know: What Helps Adults with Autism Thrive
One of my biggest concerns, like most others out there, is about the future. We all deserve one, and many […]
Read More →Autism Gurus | Ron Sandison Inspires Hope in Faith Communities
When Ron Sandison was born, his development was normal. But at eighteen months old, he began to regress at a rapid […]
Read More →5 Things You Need to Know About Disability Housing and Advocacy
If you or a loved one has an intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD) and/or autism, it is imperative that you consider the […]
Read More →You Aut to Know: Autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance
I want you all to know something: If you were to look at the way I lived my life–my diet, […]
Read More →The Autism Housing Network: What Our Friends Are Saying
It’s been a little over a month since the re-launch of the Autism Housing Network (AHN), and what an outstanding response […]
Read More →You Aut to Know | You’ve Got a Friend: Having a Social Life with Autism
When you have Autism Spectrum Disorder, making friends can be difficult. With all of the rules and nuance behind every […]
Read More →You Aut to Know | The Struggle is (Really) Real: Raising Autism Awareness
April, as you may or may not know, is Autism Awareness Month. I believe this month signifies a desire to […]
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