The Art of Autism looks back at 2016 and prepares for challenges in the future. By Debra Muzikar with Keri Bowers 2016 has shown itself to be a major year for transformation. Within the autism world it has been no different. The Art of Autism has attempted to keep up with the changing dynamics. We p…

Buoyed by science behind neuroplasticity and how contemplative practice can alter the structure of one’s brain, I began to practice meditation religiously. By Tom Clements I was raised without religion. I don’t believe in a higher power. Throughout my life I have preferred to remain in doubt and to…

By Anjanee While the holiday period can be an exciting and exhilarating time for many, for those with autism it can be a slightly more tricky terrain to navigate. The festive season brings additional expectations for those who have, or who care for someone who is on the Autism Spectrum, from Christm…

This blog post was written by Paul Tudisco. Paul is the creator of  Limitless Stylus - a stylus meant for people with limited hand mobility, who cannot use their fingers very well with a touchscreen device.I am 29 years old and ever since I was born, I have had Cerebral Palsy. For me, It has be…

The Art of Autism is teaming up with Toys AUcross America for a series of giveaways intended to bring art to the autism community to unleash the beauty that is autism. Toys AUCross America would like this art set to go to an autistic child 18 or under. “These sets are for beginners, so budding…

By Baylie Nixon Since my first post to “The Art of Autism,” I was requested to write another article about how I was diagnosed and how I found out roughly a decade later of said diagnosis. In my last entry, I mentioned I was diagnosed as a toddler, but found out about my diagnosis when I was a teena…

Here’s how Conelea and Jacob describe what they will talk about in this webinar: “Many people with autism have obsessive-compulsive behaviors, which may take the form of the classic repetitive behaviors closely associated with autism. These behaviors may overlap with features of obsessive-compulsive…

Update 10/8/2016 I’m collecting favorite quotes about autism from some of my favorite people. Please share your own in the comments and if I like it, I may add it to the list. 1. “If you’ve met one person with autism, you’ve met one person with autism,” Dr. Stephen Shor…

March is Women’s History Month. This week The Art of Autism is featuring 21 women on the autism spectrum who are making a difference. This is part 2 of a 3 part series. Read Part 1 and Part 3. The Art of Autism is grateful for the many autistic women who contribute to a better understandi…

“When I feel movement, I feel peaceful. Numbers make me feel peaceful. The words I want to replace them with are better things. Please do not ask me any more questions because they are too ridiculous to ask. I like how the words sound,” Sammy Austin Peace House By Sammy Austin I gotta shake shake sh…

Amanda Bacon’s eating disorder was growing worse. She had lost 60 percent of her body weight and was consuming about 100 calories a day. But that wasn’t sick enough for her Medicaid managed-care company to cover an inpatient treatment program. She says she was told in 2017 that she would have to wei…

Every day, your clicks, purchases, and petition signatures help make the world a better place. Here's three things that wouldn't have been possible without you... Source: The Autism Site

Tara Lazar (rhymes with bazaar) is a creative mother of two who writes quirky, humorous children’s books−picture books and middle school novels−that kids (and adults) love. She was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2010 and she has lost feeling in her feet and legs. She’s a woman who …

Thank you, thank you to all the creative, magical and diverse individuals who shared words and peace-filled images with us to honor World/International Peace Day ~ September 21, 2018. We imagine a world where every day is PEACE DAY, lived to the best of our imaginations, consciousness, heart, and ac…