Targeting the ‘symptoms’ of autism sounds a lot like ‘curing autism’—but autism is not a disease, it does not need curing. Read more
Why A European Autism Research Program Has Sparked Fears Of Eugenics
Autism
Can You Hear Me?
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When You’re Autistic, Abuse Is Considered Love
The trend of allistic parents disrespecting, exploiting, and profiting off of books about their autistic children perpetuates painful stigma—and continued abuse. Read more
When You’re Autistic, Abuse Is Considered Love
The trend of allistic parents disrespecting, exploiting, and profiting off of books about their autistic children perpetuates painful stigma—and continued abuse. Read more
‘I Thought I Was Lazy’: The Invisible Struggle For Autistic Women
Adapting to daily life is not often factored into the diagnostic process for autism. It should be. Read more
When You’re On The Autistic Spectrum, Consent Is Complicated
How are autistic people meant to negotiate boundaries when they spend the vast majority of their lives having their own boundaries ignored, trampled, or ridiculed? Read more
How Do You Keep Social Media From Destroying Your Mental Health?
Online interaction used to ease my social anxieties. What happens when it starts to make them worse? Read more
Why I Wish I’d Been Diagnosed With Autism As A Child
I had not changed. The goal posts had. Read more
Serendipity And The Autism Spectrum
Yes, we are all different, but we are also made of the same stardust. Read more
The Battle For The Future Of Autism Advocacy
“Some people on the spectrum may not want a cure and may choose to advocate for themselves. Others who live with the serious medical conditions and other challenges that often accompany autism rely on Autism Speaks to advocate for them. A vital part of our mission is to speak about and address the needs of the broad community and to provide support to those who are seeking our help.” Read more