Tentative Date for casting is by June 30, 2022 Produced by: Universal Television for NBC Outside Dates: July 11th – July 20th in NYC SEEKING: ROLE OF ALEX RAMIREZ: can play the role of 30s – late 40s. Neurodiverse. Alex has autism spectrum disorder, and is brought by their mother, Grace, to see Dr. …

By Mikey Allcock My journey is through my years in my mind. It is my poem. I have put photographs with it so others can make a dream. FORT I saw dark tunnels It was an adventure I opened the door to an empty roomI climbed the stairs I found darkness I opened the door to an empt…

“Well, hello folks! Welcome to The Friendship Game, the only game show where everyone’s a winner because everyone gets a friend!” Navigating the social world is challenging for everyone and making friends is one of the most socially complicated. Some people have the natural ability to network, make …

…young children do not necessarily perceive disability in negative terms. Instead they are curious and welcoming of differences. By Dr. Barbara Gibson, University of Toronto A colleague of mine, Crystal Chin, is a young woman with cerebral palsy who now uses a wheelchair for mobility. Crystal …

Ever wondered if you can make stairs at home accessible for your elderly loved ones or other family members whose disabilities may prevent them from going up and down the stairs? Our friends over at Home Healthcare Adaptations have created a comprehensive guide that will walk you through the types o…

A reanalysis of data from more than 2 million children in Sweden suggests inherited genetic factors account for 83 percent of autism risk1. A 2014 study using the same dataset pointed to an equal contribution from genetics and the environment, but experts in the field were critical of the findings, …

The many genes missing in Williams syndrome, a condition related to autism, may all work together to exert their effects on behavior, a new mouse study suggests1. The findings add to mounting evidence that even in conditions that are strongly tied to just one or two genes, multiple genes are in fact…

By Dana Trick Autistic Diagnosis The explanation of My life. The reasoning of My weirdness. The justification for My getting help. The solution of My struggles The assertion of My existence. The acceptance of Myself. Autistic Medication The little life-hack strategies And expensive therapies ar…

A new study suggests that what your kid's food vegetables are paired with is way more important than you might think. Source: The Autism Site

Some malls offer this awesome opportunity for kids on the spectrum. Have you ever tried it?Source: The Autism Site

Sometimes, families who have kids with an autism spectrum disorder just need a little extra help. That's where books about autism and autism spectrum disorders come into play.Source: The Autism Site

It’s important…no it’s essential that that children’s literature embrace diversity. Children will learn understanding and acceptance when they can experience stories about other cultures, people, and traditions. They’ll build self confidence when they see themselves rep…

The combination of obesity and diabetes in a pregnant woman substantially increases the likelihood that her child will have autism, report two independent studies published in January. The studies also implicate the conditions in other neurodevelopmental conditions. The findings corroborate earlier …

By The Silent Wave When searching for traits, characteristics, or symptoms of Asperger’s (and the rest of the autism spectrum, to an extent) online, the first–and the majority of–information you’ll probably find focuses on the negative aspects, at least as perceived by the “official sources” and “ex…