Use Report on Rise in Autism to Create Change
In trying to find the best in health care and education for my son Marty, who has autism, I’ve met hundreds of African-American boys and girls like him — kids … Continue reading
Autism Acceptance vs Autism Awareness
I think that everyone is familiar with April being Autism Awareness Month. Puzzle pieces everywhere and everyone lighting it up blue all in the name of Autism. I can guarantee … Continue reading
The House Where Autism Lives
In a surprising turn of events, my household will be sporting blue porch lights this month. I know. I’m surprising even myself. Don’t misunderstand my actions: in no way do … Continue reading
A Day of Remembrance
As we enter April, surely everyone with an internet connection is well aware that it is Autism Awareness Month. Indeed, you cannot surf very far without reading about this organization … Continue reading
Crushing My Autistic Child’s Spirit
“In your eyes, he becomes a collection of behaviors to reward or suppress, and on some level, he stops being a person to you.” Susan Senator wrote this startling revelation … Continue reading
Recovery From Today’s Medical Autism is Possible!
Today’s guest blog is from Maria O’Neil. Let’s listen respectfully as she discusses her personal beliefs on autism, treatment, and options available to our families. If you have any questions, … Continue reading
Planting a Seed, Cultivating a Dream
A garden is a striking similarity of the variation on a theme that is autism. Every spring, like clockwork, my crocuses are the first to greet me. The same beautiful … Continue reading
Do You Have a Roadblock – Mental Health for Caregivers
When the news came to me- it was an article gently sent by a caring friend- my first thought as I read the headline that a mom had tried to … Continue reading
Standing for What Matters
Our lives begin to end the day we become silent on the things that matter. -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Today, on our country’s celebration of the life of slain … Continue reading
Our Flavors of Autism
It’s another lovely day in Southern California. Here it is mid-November and we’re, once again, outside in shorts and t-shirts. As I sit and type this, I hear the joyful … Continue reading
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