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When Someone Says Your Child with Autism Will ‘Eat When They’re Hungry’

Oh vey, if it only were that easy. Has anyone made a comment when you were trying to feed your child and said, “Oh, don’t worry so much. They’ll eat when they’re hungry?” I can relate to this all too well. Growing up, I was obsessed with bologna sandwiches. Nothing else would compare to the positive feeling I’d get whenever […]

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Top Autism Speakers for Your 2024 Events

These individuals, with their unique perspectives and experiences, will provide your audience with meaningful insights and an enriched understanding of the autism community. Perfect for fundraisers, corporate events, K-12 school assemblies, staff development and conferences: Ron Suskind (He/Him) (Non-autistic Ally) Ron Suskind is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of “Life, Animated,” a memoir about

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Why This Autism-Focused Broadway Play Being Cancelled After Only A Few Months Is Deeply Upsetting

As an autism consultant and autistic self-advocate, the closing of “How To Dance in Ohio” from Broadway elicits a profound sense of disappointment. This musical was not just a form of entertainment; it was a beacon of representation, a narrative that brought the experiences of autistic individuals into the spotlight through the medium of art

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4 Reasons Why Companies Should Consider a Professional Development Speaker in October for National Disability Employment Awareness Month

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! With that, I wanted to discuss why bringing in a speaker can help from an ROI perspective. 1. Enhanced Employee Morale & Productivity: Addressing and acknowledging neurodiversity can boost morale among employees, leading to higher productivity. When employees feel valued and included, they’re likely to perform better and

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Please Tell Our Society To Not Forget Autistic People

Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and strengths of people with disabilities? It’s also a month to remind people of the spectrum; to educate them that some with disabilities face lifelong difficulties and need support. This was started in 1990 adjacent to the Americans with Disabilities

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Pride Month: Please Don’t Forget Autistics in the LGBTQ+ Community

We are all human and deserve to have our voices heard. Far too often, autistics in the LGBTQ+ community fall through the cracks leading to misconceptions, stigmas, and a lack of overall services. During Pride Month in June and all year round, I stand with our entire community to receive reliable autism resources across the

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Growing Up With Autism: It Was Important For Me To Put My Mental Health First

One of the best things I ever did for myself was to put my mental health first and not be afraid to talk about it. Please teach our society that seeking support for mental health challenges doesn’t make someone ‘crazy.’ When I was a kid growing up on the autism spectrum, I saw a therapist

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5 Reasons Why We Should Never Make Autistic People Force Eye Contact

Growing up on the autism spectrum, eye contact was challenging. Often it felt like an internal pressure from sensory stimulation. As a professional speaker who now gives talks with companies as part of professional development, I often mention getting rid of the interview process because of challenges like this. Instead, I recommend companies do a

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