Emmett’s mom is so proud of how far he has come in three years. He’s now speaking some words and starting to engage play with his baby brother. After his first year of homeschooling, he is reading. Now that’s something to cheer about! Emmett? We are proud of you too! Welcome to the…

Autism doesn't define one's ability to be a parent.Source: The Autism Site

“We have spent so much time arguing about this and that that we can’t agree on anything. And agreement is the only way to make change.” By Carly Fulgham In February I wrote a blog about the words that matter. Frustrated at all the time I saw being spent around words that don’…

Do vaccines cause autism? Do people with autism experience empathy? You tell us.Source: The Autism Site

They responded by "basically passing the buck to somebody else."Source: The Autism Site

Our words matter.Source: The Autism Site

By Megan Amodeo If you are reading this, you, a friend, or loved one most likely has received a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Even if you have not been diagnosed with ASD, you might be interested to know how challenging it can be to get the right diagnosis. I am a prime example of mis…

“…while it might seem that my son is in his own world, he is actually in two worlds, theirs and his, aware, conscious, and observant of both simultaneously.” by Erik Raschke and K. Kristiaan (instagram.com/K.Kristiaan) My ten year-old son cannot read, nor write, nor count higher th…

These convenient, shorthand terms can have some seriously negative effects.Source: The Autism Site

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.Source: The Autism Site

The term "inspiration porn" may sound funny, but it's used very intentionally.Source: The Autism Site

This little boy named Tupper has always had a really hard time sleeping at night. He would always have nightmares so he’d only sleep between 20 and 45 minutes at a time. Source: The Autism Site

Gabriel is 8 years old and happens to be non-verbal with autism. His family thinks he’s super!  Some of his favorite things include Batman, the color orange, reading, animals & letters! Super G? We think you’re super too! Welcome to the Mighty League: Would you like us to feature yo…

Inspired by an autistic sister Sasha Brathwaite has created a unique program using drumming and movement. By Ron Sandison Sasha Brathwaite, founder of Let’s Jam Percussive & Creative Movement Program has contributed to her community for years through her therapeutic, music-based program for ind…