It’s a well-known fact the season can cause the blues due to feeling overwhelmed, and the holidays and stress is a real thing, neurotypical or not.
autism acceptance
Individuals with autism often struggle with societal acceptance of their differences. On the bright side, it does seem that progress is being made for awareness and acceptance of being neurodivergent.
Think Before You Speak: 15 Autism Insensitivity Comments to Avoid
“Think before you speak” can help avoid insensitivity and making assumptions about sensitive topics. Here are comments to avoid when talking about autism.
The Exhausting Truth About Autistic Burnout You Need to Know
Autistic burnout is very real, and affects physical, emotional, and mental health. Here’s what to do to recover.
Being Real Without Offending Others is Autistic Challenge
Being real without offending others by being too blunt or coming across rude isn’t easy. It’s especially challenging for autistics.
Student Advocacy: Ways Colleges Are Redefining Autism Support
The neurodiversity movement is touching more college campuses, where autistic young adults are creating student advocacy support systems.
Flat Affect Autism and How to Support Emotional Expression
Have you ever heard of flat affect autism? It often leads to the incorrect stereotype that autistics lack empathy. Learn more.
Autism Clothing for Sensitive Skin Enhances Quality of Life
Finding autism clothing that doesn’t provoke sensory issues is crucial for making life manageable. Here’s what to look for.
The Fascinating Explanation of Spoon Theory Mental Health
Spoon theory mental health is a metaphor used to convey limitations individuals face due to physical and/or mental conditions.
Autism and Organization: The Secret to Finding Calm in the Chaos
Nobody likes clutter. But autism and organization, or lack of, is a common challenge. Here’s how to find calm in the chaos.
Do You Know Your Flavor of Autistic Spectrum Disorders?
Have you ever been asked what flavor of autism are you? It is a casual way of asking about your autistic spectrum disorders. Learn more about this strange question.
Autism Spectrum Facts: 13 Great Reasons for Why It’s Called ASD
One of many interesting autism spectrum facts is that ASD is characterized by a very wide range of symptoms and abilities. Learn more.
How to Advocate for Acceptance During April’s Month of Autism Awareness
Imagine a world where neurodiversity is celebrated, and where differences are embraced. This is the vision of the month of autism awareness.