The coronavirus pandemic has brought a unique set of challenges to all of us. While some faced job... The post Startup Launches First-Ever At Home Robot To Tutor Children With Autism appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

By Gretchen McIntire Just as Spring is beginning to show its face the world seems to be coming to life again. This global pandemic has cost so many so much. However, as we grieve, we keep on growing too. “I like to think of us all as a garden that is forever growing.” I think the garden ima…

Getting a vaccine can be a little nerve-wracking and uncomfortable for many people, with the worry about the... The post Philadelphia Eagles Host Sensory-Friendly COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for Autistic Community appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

16-year-old Caleb Smith's life changed forever when he adopted his first rabbit. Now he's training rescued and rare breed rabbits to become "comfort bunnies" to help other people, too. The post Teenager Is Training Rabbits To Become Therapy Animals On “Peacebunny Island” appeared first o…

As advocates we must embrace intersectionality in all we do because no movement’s issues are isolated issues. By Nicole LeBlanc As we celebrate Women’s History Month and Developmental Disability Awareness Month, we must recognize the struggles women continue to face in our society and sy…

"He's kind of known by lots of the people as Ambassador of Lonsdale." The post Man with Autism Becomes Community’s Unofficial Greeter by Smiling and Waving at Passersby appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

There’s no question that people like Gavin are great examples to others. The post Teens Approach Autistic Boy At Skatepark And Perform Act Of Kindness appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

20-year-old Edgar McGregor spent 589 days picking up trash every single day to clean the Eaton Canyon Trail in Los Angeles. The post Boy With Autism Picks Up Trash On A Hiking Trail Every Day For Over A Year appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

By Matt Valente Orangutan means man of the forest, But man is busy destroying their forest. Oh the Irony! You ask why? Mainly in search of palm oil, We ruin the orangutan’s native soil. These noble beasts are left to die; It’s enough to make your blood boil. Save the orangutans; that’s what I say: …

Finding an affordable place to live can be a tough task. About a third of American households are... The post Affordable Housing Project for Adults with Autism Breaks Ground in Utah appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

Synesthesia is about 3 times more common in adults with autism than in neurotypical adults. The post Autism May Be Linked to Mirror-Touch Synesthesia, The Ability to Physically Feel What Others Feel appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

By Megan Amodeo I’m sorry. Those are words I’ve heard time and time again since becoming a mother. I’ve been a mom for almost twenty years. There have been days filled with unexplainable joy. There have been days filled with gut wrenching heartbreak. There have been days filled with anxiety, b…

Is it break-up, make-up or wake-up? by Joel Ashton-Fogle Love is confusing at the best of times. This accounts for the huge industry of self-help books, relationship counsellors and literature written over the centuries. Love seems to be an enigma to even the most typical neurotypical. How do we fin…

Representation is important, and for children with differing abilities, having literature that reflects their way of thinking can... The post To Encourage Inclusion and Understanding, Psychologist Writes Children’s Books About Lion with Autism appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: Th…