March is Women’s History Month, March 8 is International Women’s Day, and the week of March 6 is Women’s Week. Over the next few days The Art of Autism will be honoring autistic women who are making a difference. According to a 2016 Scientific American Article autism looks much dif…

If it weren't for them, this scary story would have had a tragic ending.Source: The Autism Site

After reading John’s books and hearing him speak I could see him standing right next to me in the AMC lobby asking the same questions. By Ron Sandison On February 23rd, I had the pleasure of meeting a New York Times bestelling author, John Elder Robison, who is of my heroes from the autism community…

This dad has an important message for autism parents.Source: The Autism Site

Here are some steps to help you cope with the conflicting emotions.Source: The Autism Site

Only eighty people in the world have been diagnosed with HSAM (Highly Superior Autographical Memory) and Becky Sharrock was the first from Australia. By Ron Sandison As a toddler Becky Sharrock screamed when cuddled. “I can remember every detail from my infant years. It felt unnatural to me to be h…

We're not yet done destroying myths and misconceptions about autism.Source: The Autism Site

These colorful little blocks can offer some surprising benefits for people on the spectrum.Source: The Autism Site

Don't be afraid to take some time for self-care!Source: The Autism Site

Take this quiz to plan your perfect getaway!Source: The Autism Site

“Therapists and educators have traditionally tried to suppress or modulate a child’s special interest, or use it as a tool for behavior modification: Keep your hands still and stop flapping, and you will get to watch a Star Wars clip; complete your homework or no Harry Potter. But what if thes…

Update 02/26/2017 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 Sho…

“Therapists and educators have traditionally tried to suppress or modulate a child’s special interest, or use it as a tool for behavior modification: Keep your hands still and stop flapping, and you will get to watch a Star Wars clip; complete your homework or no Harry Potter. But what if thes…

“I’ve got a cure for mental health… spank your children more,” Stephen Bannon Yesterday as I watched the Conservative Political Action Conference a key presidential advisor Stephen Bannon put forward his world view which included something he called the “Deconstruction of the Administrativ…