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Disorder: Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Boy walking along leaf-covered path

5 Things I’m Thankful for as a Parent of a Child on the Autism Spectrum

Teresa Cooper

fallen leaf in grass covered in morning frost

Coping With S.A.D. Moments During Holidays With Seasonal Affective Disorder

Pamula Floyd

Namine at dance class.

A Thank You to the Dance Studio That Welcomes My Daughter With Disabilities

Paul Eiche

Beautiful woman looking up with flowing abstract hair with butterflies

What 'Acceptance' of Chronic Pain Looks Like for Me

Nikki Albert

woman on a bridge

What Nobody Told Me About Living With a Progressive Disease

Susan Wheeler-Hall

Teacher writing on chalkboard

A Letter to High School Special Education Teachers

Louis Scarantino

a mother father and their two sons dressed up for the holidays

10 Tips for Stress-Free Holidays With Your Special Needs Family

Shari Grande

6 Ways to Advocate for Your Medically Fragile Child in the Hospital

Alyssa Jones

woman having a meltdown at her desk in the office

When a Meltdown Strikes in the Workplace

Anonymously Autistic

silhouette of sad woman with city skyline in background

The Connection Between Depression and Chronic Illness We Need to Talk About

Chelsea Morton

Thanksgiving dinner. Roasted turkey with pumpkins and sunflowers on wooden table

Thanksgiving With Sensory Processing Disorder

Heather

anna kendrick and kerry magro

Anna Kendrick’s Response When I Told Her I Was on the Autism Spectrum

Dr. Kerry Magro Ed.D

4 comedians with autism

"Aspergers Are Us" Documentary Is Available on iTunes and Coming to Netflix

The Mighty Video

Woman sitting in window

4 Reasons Why I’m Thankful for My Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Heather Ashley

Photo of a subway train approaching the station

New York Transit Museum Designs Subway Sleuths Program for Kids With Autism

Jordan Davidson

artwork by hilary krzywkowski

How I've Found Parenting on the Autism Spectrum to Be a Strength

Hilary K.

Lissy's son and daughter.

Why Person-First Language Matters When Discussing Down Syndrome

Lissy Shutwell

woman laying in bed with eyes open

What Mornings Feel Like for People With Chronic Pain

Isobel Knight

digital painting of little girl walking in winter outdoor, watercolor on paper texture

What I Want My Family to Know About My Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome This Holiday Season

Daisy B.

thanksgiving table place setting

Sitting Down at the Thanksgiving Table When You Aren't Able to Eat

Courtney Volk

child being lifted into the air

Why Receiving a Prenatal Down Syndrome Diagnosis Felt Like Skydiving

Amanda Scauzillo

illustration of man with bicycle standing against red clouds in the sky

When You Feel Like You Have to Hide Your Real Self to Fit In

Phil Siddell

girl smiling but frowning in the mirror

13 Things I Actually Mean When I Say 'I'm Fine'

Blair Williams

Female doctor with stethoscope holding piggy bank

When Health Care Is a Luxury You Can't Afford

Selena Marie Wilson

woman zipping her lips shut with her fingers

When My Hyperlexia Makes Words Unavailable to Me

Anonymously Autistic

Photo of a salmon dish on a dinner table

Epicured Offers Low FODMAP, Gluten-free Meal Plans for People With Digestive Disorders

Jordan Davidson

How the world looks with Irlen syndrome.

When People Ask Why I'm Wearing 'Sunglasses' Indoors

Hannah Cook

Mom and daughter smiling

How I Was Diagnosed With ADHD at 40

Amy Bennett

Tattoo equipment and small containers of inks in different colors

Why I’m Not Choosing a Puzzle Piece Tattoo to Represent My Autism

Cat

Woman looking at sunset

Why I Worry About Anything and Everything Now That I Have Lupus

Kristiana Page

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