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Celebrating Special Interests in Autism

Autistic special interests are more than a hobby or fascination. Read on to learn how and why to support special interests in your Autistic friend or family member.

Celebrating Special Interests in Autism

Autistic special interests are more than a hobby or fascination. Read on to learn how and why to support special interests in your Autistic friend or family member.

5 Signs that Probiotics are Working

Health Benefits and Signs Probiotics are Working

You've likely heard of probiotics, but you may not know what to expect after taking them. Here some health benefits of probiotics you may notice.

Health Benefits and Signs Probiotics are Working

You've likely heard of probiotics, but you may not know what to expect after taking them. Here some health benefits of probiotics you may notice.

January calendar can evoke new year, new you, but its ok if it's same you

New Year, Same You - And That's OK

For many of us with chronic illness, neurodivergence, and general life challenges, January 1st can be less about starting over and more about giving ourselves grace.

New Year, Same You - And That's OK

For many of us with chronic illness, neurodivergence, and general life challenges, January 1st can be less about starting over and more about giving ourselves grace.

An Autistic woman opens the car trunk to pack for a trip

Autistic Family Life - Planning Trips

From sensory accommodations to clear communication, here are some tips for planning outings with your Autistic family members

Autistic Family Life - Planning Trips

From sensory accommodations to clear communication, here are some tips for planning outings with your Autistic family members

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The Ultimate Autism Holiday Gift Guide

Thoughtful ideas that celebrate sensory joy for all ages! From sensory seekers to sensory avoiders, find great ideas for presents and stocking stuffers here.

The Ultimate Autism Holiday Gift Guide

Thoughtful ideas that celebrate sensory joy for all ages! From sensory seekers to sensory avoiders, find great ideas for presents and stocking stuffers here.

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7 Movies About Autism

Check out one of these films that focus on under-represented groups within the autism community: nonspeakers, girls and women, and Autistic people of color.

7 Movies About Autism

Check out one of these films that focus on under-represented groups within the autism community: nonspeakers, girls and women, and Autistic people of color.

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Autism vs. Unexpected Changes –The Battle

AuDHD can make dealing with sudden changes in plans challenging. Here’s how our neurodiversity specialist, Rose, manages those changes.

Autism vs. Unexpected Changes –The Battle

AuDHD can make dealing with sudden changes in plans challenging. Here’s how our neurodiversity specialist, Rose, manages those changes.

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The Best Supplements to Reduce Cortisol

Cortisol, also called “the stress hormone,” can be harmful in excess. Here are the best supplements to reduce cortisol, backed by research.

The Best Supplements to Reduce Cortisol

Cortisol, also called “the stress hormone,” can be harmful in excess. Here are the best supplements to reduce cortisol, backed by research.

An Autistic girl removes the innards from a pumpkin to make a jack o lantern as her little sister smiles

Halloween Sensory Activities and Sensory Sensit...

For kids with sensory issues (including some Autistic kids), Halloween can be a challenging time. Here are some accommodations–and some fun activities–to plan.

Halloween Sensory Activities and Sensory Sensit...

For kids with sensory issues (including some Autistic kids), Halloween can be a challenging time. Here are some accommodations–and some fun activities–to plan.

Parent vs. Autistic Adult Conflicts

Clashes Between “Autism Parents” & Autistic Adu...

Parents of Autistic kids and Autistic adults frequently clash online. TJ offers her perspective as both a mom and Autistic person for how they can communicate better with each other.

Clashes Between “Autism Parents” & Autistic Adu...

Parents of Autistic kids and Autistic adults frequently clash online. TJ offers her perspective as both a mom and Autistic person for how they can communicate better with each other.

Ben Breaux a nonspeaking Autistic writer who surveyed 47 other Autistic people about their use of iPads for emotional regulation

Autistics & Regulation Tools: Making a Strong C...

What is dysregulation, why do iPads help, and what do dozens of Autistics have to say about it, in their own words? Read on to find out.

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Autistics & Regulation Tools: Making a Strong C...

What is dysregulation, why do iPads help, and what do dozens of Autistics have to say about it, in their own words? Read on to find out.

6 comments