All Posts Tagged Tag: ‘self-advocate’
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 […]
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You Aut to Know: Meaningful, Paid Employment is Possible for Adults with Autism
When it comes to jobs and adults with autism, we already know the facts: their employment rate is low, their […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Autism Gurus | Dena Gassner: You Are Not a Failure for Utilizing Public Supports
Dena Gassner is a powerhouse. Not only does she serve on the national board for The Arc US, she is […]
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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 […]
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Everyone Stims: 7 Gorgeous Visual Videos to Share
According to the Autism Research Institute, self-stimulatory behavior or “stimming” refers to repetitive body movements or repetitive movement of objects. Some […]
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You Aut to Know | Hard Labor: The Truth about Jobs and Autism
Finding work in today’s economy can be a challenge. However, when you’re on the spectrum, “challenge” is sugarcoating it. I […]
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MHAF Featured Artist | Dani Bowman: Shaking Up the Animation World and Beyond
Dani Bowman founded her company, Powerlight-Studios (now DaniMation Entertainment) at age 11. She has worked professionally in the animation industry […]
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You Aut to Know | On My Own: Living Independently with Autism
“On my own”: Those three simple words, create a phrase filled with a lot of excitement and uncertainty. It’s a […]
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