When a Bank Employee Treated Me Differently After Learning I'm Autistic
A writer describes an experience at a bank in which a bank employee started treating her differently after learning she's autistic.
What It Was Like to Receive an Autism Diagnosis as an Adult
A writer shares what it was like for her to receive an autism diagnosis as an adult.
Why It's Important Kids Know About Differences and Disability
A mother shares an instance in which her daughter's friend made a comment about her son's autism "rubbing off" on her. She stresses how important it is for parents to
ABC Adds Show About a Doctor With Autism 'The Good Doctor' to Fall Primetime Line-Up
ABC is bringing autism to primetime television with its new show "The Good Doctor."
How an Adult Diagnosis of Autism Helped Me Find Myself
A writer explains how receiving an autism diagnosis as an adult gave him better insight and understanding of himself.
What I'd Like Educators to Know About Teaching Students on the Autism Spectrum
A therapist and person on the autism spectrum offers tips for educators about teaching students on the autism spectrum.
Why I Find Functioning Labels Problematic as Someone on the Spectrum
An autistic person explains the problem with calling them "high-functioning."
Why I Believe My Autism Wasn't 'Picked Up' Earlier
A woman diagnosed with autism at 31 explains why her diagnosis wasn't "picked up" as a child.
8 Mistakes I Made as a Mom of an Autistic Child
A mother shares the mistakes she feels she made when first getting her autistic son's diagnosis.
What It's Like to Go to the Supermarket as a Person on the Autism Spectrum
A person on the autism spectrum describes what it's like to go to the supermarket and experience sensory overload.
Why I ‘Lashed Out’ as a Child on the Autism Spectrum
A writer explains why she used to "lash out" as a child on the autism spectrum and how she has learned other methods for releasing her feelings.
5 Things That Help Me Cope With Too Much Change as an Autistic Person
A writer shares what helps her cope during periods of flux as an autistic person.
Fox News Apologizes After Mocking Boy on Autism Spectrum
Tammy Bruce apologized Tuesday morning on Fox's "America's Newsroom" after she mocked a young boy on the autism spectrum on a Fox News show.
What I Learned at the United Nations on World Autism Awareness Day
Writer Anita Lesko shares what she learned at the United Nations on World Autism Awareness Day as a panelist.
How My Senses Work as Someone Who Is Autistic
A woman describes how each one of her senses -- touch, smell, taste, hearing and sight -- are impacted by her autism.
10 Lessons in 10 Years From My Son on the Autism Spectrum
A mother shares 10 lesson she has learned in 10 years from her son who is on the autism spectrum.
What the Diagnosis of My Son on the Autism Spectrum Means to Me
A mother shares the diagnosis of her son as being on the autism spectrum helped her know how to help him and where to turn for support.
My Son on the Autism Spectrum Taught Me Each Child Is Unique
A mother shares her child on the autism spectrum does not display what most people associate with autism, yet he has the diagnosis and needs understanding and supports to help
A Mother's Day Shout-Out to Moms Loving a Child on the Autism Spectrum
A mother of a child on the autism spectrum writes a letter to all mothers of children on the autism spectrum in honor of Mother's Day.
To the Single Parent With a Child on the Autism Spectrum
A mother writes a letter to fellow single parents with a child on the autism spectrum, offering encouragement and support.
What I Wish My Mom and I Talked About When We Talked About Bullying
A writer on the autism spectrum shares what she wishes her mom told her when she was being bullied as a child.
My Children on the Autism Spectrum Are Unique and Amazing
A mom of two children on the autism spectrum shares a story about their similarities and differences and how proud she is to be their mom.
11 Things I Want People to Know About My Daughter on the Autism Spectrum
A mother shares autism spectrum disorder is a spectrum, and therefore each person with autism is different. She also talks about 11 things about autism and her daughter.
Schools Across the Country Are Banning Fidget Toys
Fidget toys, the must-have item of the season, are being banned from classrooms across the country.
How My Friend Frank Helped Me as an Adult on the Autism Spectrum
A woman on the autism spectrum shares how her friend and coworker made a difference in her place of work, and how he helped her to believe in herself.
It's Not the Day for a School Play for My Son on the Autism Spectrum
A mother shares her son on the autism spectrum was to participate in a school play, yet she made the decision not to have him participate due to the stress
When My Autism Leaves Me Tongue-Tied
A writer on the autism spectrum shares a story about her experience with being unable to speak in some situations, such as during medical appointments.
To My Autistic Grandson on Your Birthday
A grandmother writes a birthday letter to her grandson on the autism spectrum.
Niko Boskovic Denied Prize Trip Because He Is on the Autism Spectrum, Family Says
After winning an essay contest sponsored by the Odd Fellows, Niko Boskovic, a 15-year-old on the autism spectrum, has had his prize withdrawn for being autistic.
How Owl City's Music Helps Me Through Sensory Overload
A writer explains how Owl City's music helps her with sensory overload and how the songs are comforting.
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