Spencer Cole has become an online ambassador of the Seneca Park Zoo while the gates are closed.Source: The Autism Site

Mental Health Awareness By Christa Holmans, Neurodivergent Rebel May is Mental Health Awareness Month, one month a year where people wear green and talk about mental health. As someone who struggles with their mental health, I wish we would spend more time talking about these issues because th…

“He sits in her lap in the wheelchair as she does her schoolwork and snuggles her throughout the day."Source: The Autism Site

“I don’t see anyone talking about mothers. I don’t see anyone talking about children, and on top of those children, the kids who have special conditions."Source: The Autism Site

“He sits in her lap in the wheelchair as she does her schoolwork and snuggles her throughout the day."Source: The Autism Site

By Gretchen McIntire Sometimes an offering of grace is something we offer someone we love in the form of forgiveness but that can only be genuine if we first offer ourselves the same forgiveness. This comes with a radical change in mindset that we are generally always doing our best and that e…

This annual holiday is observed on May 20 to raise awareness about adoptable dogs living in U.S. animal shelters. Adopt, don't shop!Source: The Autism Site

A secure attachment offers three basic things: a sense of safety and security, a secure base from which to explore, and the ability to regulate emotions. Insecure attachments are often linked to aggression and anxiety.Source: The Autism Site

Autistic Author Interview Chase Taylor Ever since he was a little boy, Chase Taylor, has had a passion for letters and cute characters. Now that he’s an adult, he’s turned his passion into a series of children’s books that help children identify letters and words that begin with those letters.…

"This is the first CDC study to provide estimates of the number of U.S. adults with autism and fills a gap in data on adults living with autism spectrum disorder in the United States."Source: The Autism Site

By Megan Amodeo It’s currently April 2020. My entire family, and most of the United States have been in quarantine for about a month. A relentless virus has forced most of us to lock our doors and stay put until further notice. Schools are closed. Restaurants and movie theaters are dark. The stre…

"Since we have got the dog he has settled a lot better and has fewer meltdowns now," his dad said.Source: The Autism Site

Autistic Author Interview Andy Buchan Andy Buchan was a police officer for nearly 30 years and during his time he saw many different aspects of life that made him better equipped to help people. His book, “Autism and the Police,” is a culmination of all of his experience woven into a guide to …

14 young people on the autism spectrum live and work at Erik's Retreat.Source: The Autism Site