When it comes to disability etiquette, there is a long list of dos and don’ts that we all need to be aware of. For those of us who are just starting to get familiar with them, Microsoft has created a great introductory video that tells us some of the very basics. This video was recently used b…

Mutations that appear in only some of the body’s cells contribute to autism in about 4 percent of people with the condition, an analysis of more than 8,000 sequences suggests1. Mosaic mutations arise spontaneously after conception; the later they appear, the fewer cells of the body they affect. The …

A drug that has shown promise for treating fragile X syndrome eases features of another condition associated with autism, suggests a new mouse study1. The study shows that the drug, arbaclofen, improves cognitive and social functioning in mice missing a chromosomal region called 16p11.2. Many childr…

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A rating of high severity of autism from the DSM-5, the latest version of the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders,” tracks with low intelligence scores, a new analysis suggests1. The study is the first to assess how clinicians use the DSM-5 severity ratings. Clinicians often consi…

Even under parental supervision, jewelry used for teething or sensory stimulation for young children can be quite dangerous.Source: The Autism Site

This is so sweet!Source: The Autism Site

By Jackie Edwards A garden is generally extremely cathartic and relaxing for children, making it the perfect addition to any school or home catering to children on the spectrum.  While it has been found that children on the spectrum gravitate towards games that stimulate their senses, the same benef…

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The 2021 San Diego Festival of the Arts (www.sdfestivalarts.org) will celebrate its 35th show by relocating to the San Diego Surf Club Soccer Park in North San Diego, formerly the Del Mar polo fields, on Saturday and Sunday, September 11 and 12 from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM on Saturday and 10:00 AM …

“Whether you enjoy the event or not, the social hangover is inevitable” By Catherine Londero I am Autistic, have ADHD, and I enjoy social events. There is a common misconception that Autistic people avoid social events because we don’t enjoy them. What I don’t enjoy is the impact on my mind and body…

Autism is a complex and heterogeneous condition, and understanding it takes brains —literally. Studying postmortem brain tissue from people with autism can provide important clues about the biology of the condition and pave the way to treatments. But to do such experiments, researchers rely on donat…

You'd never know it by looking at his amazing drawings today, but when he was younger, D.J. Svoboda could barely grasp a pen.Source: The Autism Site

"I can't explain how much it meant to see them go out of their way to help Levi."Source: The Autism Site