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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.

Young Adult Travel Group Way to Overcome Travel Anxiety

Posted on April 9, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
Young Adult Travel Group Way to Overcome Travel Anxiety

No matter how well you plan, even with a young adult travel group, international trips almost always involve travel anxiety. Are you prepared?

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness

Forks to Faux Pas: Why Table Manners & Social Etiquette Matter

Posted on April 2, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
Forks to Faux Pas: Why Table Manners & Social Etiquette Matter

People with autism often have difficulties with social etiquette and using proper table manners. Learning these expectations can help with social inclusion.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic adult, social issues and autism

Is High Pain Tolerance for Individuals With Autism True?

Posted on March 27, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
Is High Pain Tolerance for Individuals With Autism True?

Is it true that individuals with ASD have a high pain tolerance? Everyone experiences pain at some time, but how well is it tolerated? That’s the question.

Posted In FAQsTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic diagnosis, autistic life

Adult Tests for Autism on the Increase: Why Knowing Is Important

Posted on March 13, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
Adult Tests for Autism on the Increase: Why Knowing Is Important

Requesting adult tests for autism is becoming more common, as individuals who have grown up always thinking they are different begin to question why.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, autistic adult, autistic diagnosis, autistic life

How to Celebrate March Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

Posted on March 1, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
How to Celebrate March Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in March was created in 1987, and is used to help raise awareness and unite people with or without disabilities.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, awareness events, neurodiversity, social issues and autism

On the Autism Spectrum: Top 25 Hurdles Individuals Face Daily

Posted on February 21, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
On the Autism Spectrum: Top 25 Hurdles Individuals Face Daily

Navigating the world on the autism spectrum can be a challenge, as individuals are often misunderstood by society. Here are common signs ASD adults present.

Posted In FAQsTagged In autism acceptance, autism discrimination, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

What Are Top 25 Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms?

Posted on February 19, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
What Are Top 25 Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms?

Autism is a life-long disorder, and individuals are diagnosed throughout their lives. So, what are the top 25 adult autism spectrum disorder symptoms?

Posted In FAQsTagged In autism acceptance, autistic adult, autistic life, growing up autistic

Imagination and Creativity Explained: How Neurodiversity Can Fuel the Arts

Posted on February 17, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
Imagination and Creativity Explained: How Neurodiversity Can Fuel the Arts

While autism has challenges, it also comes with unique talents. Imagination and creativity explained reveals connections between autism, originality, and art.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic life, growing up autistic

Break Free: 10 Tips to Take A Risk and Escape Your Comfort Zone  

Posted on February 13, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
Break Free: 10 Tips to Take A Risk and Escape Your Comfort Zone  

In order to grow and thrive, you shouldn’t stay locked inside of your comfort zone forever. It’s good to take a risk and branch out. Here are 10 tips on how.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism acceptance, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, growing up autistic

College Classes Can Help Autistic Students Excel in Life

Posted on February 12, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
College Classes Can Help Autistic Students Excel in Life

Considering attending college classes if you have autism? While college programs aren’t for everyone, there are many reasons to consider college programs.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, autism independence, autistic adult, autistic life

Echolalia Autism: Repetition Can Lead to Better Language Processing

Posted on February 6, 2024September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Echolalia Autism: Repetition Can Lead to Better Language Processing

Repeating a conversation, sometimes word for word, is called echolalia, and is common with autism. Why does this behavior help with language processing?

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness

Labels and Names: Why Labeling People Leads to Discrimination

Posted on January 14, 2024September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
Labels and Names: Why Labeling People Leads to Discrimination

Labeling people, especially applying special education labels like labels for autism, can cause more harm than good in most cases. So why has it become a mean trend?

Posted In Stigmas and StereotypesTagged In autism acceptance, autism discrimination, autism labels, autistic life, social issues and autism

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