Autistic Special Interest vs. Neurotypical Hobby: the Difference?
The line between what makes an interest “special” or “obsessive,” and what makes it “normal” can be quite blurry. […]
Autistic Entrepreneur Opens Gym for Autistic Kids & Adults
This quiet gym specializes in training autistic and other challenged adults and youth to achieve their fitness goals. And its owner is autistic. […]
What is Autism Acceptance? And Other Questions for Autism Acceptance Month
Autism awareness is not autism acceptance. Here’s what you may NOT know about autism. […]
If You Have Good Eye Contact Can You Still Be Autistic?
I’m an autistic woman who uses eye contact to assert authority and dominance. To observers I have good eye contact. Here’s what’s really going on. […]
Mom to Two Autistic Kids Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way
Autism, Advocacy, Awareness: three words I never imagined would define a large part of my life when I became mother. […]
Two Autistic Women Discuss Why They Avoid Eye Contact
Two articulate autistic women explain in detail what their unique challenges with eye contact are. It isn’t about bashfulness or dislike of people. […]
Can Autistic People Make Good Personal Trainers?
Are you autistic and considering a personal training career? Here’s answers to all your questions and complete guidelines. […]
What Making Eye Contact Is Like for an Autistic Man
An autistic man describes in detail what holding eye contact is like for him. He also explains how he taught himself to hold eye contact. […]
Helping Autistic Children With Incontinence Adjust to School
Returning to school can be a source of stress and anxiety for autistic children, as their relaxing summer schedule suddenly changes. […]
If Your Baby Won’t Look at You Does this Mean Autism?
If your infant does not look at you, this may or may not be a sign of autism. […]
Are All Autistic Children Necessarily Withdrawn?
Is a “quirky” child possibly autistic even though they seem to be very socially interactive and uncomfortable being alone? Of course, not all introverted children meet the diagnostic criteria for autism. […]
