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Would you like me to travel to speak at your school or company? Contact me at Kerrymagro.com/contact for more details One of the quotes I often see out there in the autism community is… “I don’t think the worst thing that could happen to me is raising a child with autism, I think the worst […]
I Want to See More Autism Acceptance in Schools to Help Put an End to Bullying Read More »
The fear and pain of rejection can be a very difficult time for anyone. Add someone who’s on the autism spectrum and it can be almost unbearable. The two cases of rejection I see the most in my peers are… They avoid a relationship all together because of the nerves of being rejected. They have
When Someone on the Autism Spectrum Gets Rejected in the Dating World Read More »
Easier said than done. A common problem that strangers who don’t really get autism is that they don’t understand the difference between when a child is having a meltdown versus a child who is having a tantrum. Most people know that a tantrum is usually someone who is trying to get attention while a meltdown
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Does your child hate loud noises but is also the loudest child you know? If so you may be able to relate very well to my own personal story of growing up with autism. As a kid due to my sensory issues I would have issues with different sensations bright lights and many other difficulties.
Having Autism, Hating Loud Noises and Being The Loudest Kid I Knew Read More »
Breakups are NEVER easy no matter what side you are on. As someone on the autism spectrum who has been in and out of relationships for the past decade now I can tell you it can be quite daunting at times. Like nothing else in this world will ever make sense again. Add in that
5 Things People with Autism Should Know When They’re Going Through a Breakup Read More »
Have you and your family ever watched the movie Big Daddy before? If so you may remember this memorable moment… Adam Sandler’s character asks Julian what he wants to eat and he responds without hesitation… “30 packets of ketchup!” Now, at the time this movie came out I just thought it was funny that this
How ‘Big Daddy’ Resonated with Me As Someone on the Autism Spectrum Read More »
Dear employers, Every month in October the United States Department of Labor host National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual awareness campaign that looks to celebrate and educate about disability employment. I’m asking you today to consider supporting this cause, hosting events in your workplace around the month and, if you haven’t already, look to
A Letter to Employers On Hiring People with Disabilities Read More »
Dear Principal, Back to school is finally here! In the next coming weeks you will be presented with countless challenges along with successes as your students and teachers transition for the new academic year. I know that your plates will be full but for 5 minutes today I want to share with you something that
A Letter to Our Principals on Spreading Autism Awareness Read More »
Jeffrey Harrison, a 33-year-old adult with autism who is a huge Chicago Bulls fan got the surprise of a lifetime. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqBOI4OWjbw Jeffrey, who hasn’t been able to find full-time work has gone to the court in his favorite MJ gear started to receive some attention via KREM.com. KREM when they heard more about Jeffrey’s story reached
Michael Jordan Surprises One of His Biggest Fans Who Has Autism Read More »
Her response is beautiful… Holly Robinson Peete may be known best for her roles in 21 Jump Street and Hangin with Mr. Cooper but in our autism community she’s best known as one of the strongest champions we have towards autism education and advocacy. Recently she just launched a new TV show on the Oprah
One Mom’s Response When Her Son Asked ‘Do I Still Have Autism?’ Read More »
