People with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can experience mild to debilitating sensory overload. Those with sensory sensitivity can struggle to deal with everyday background stimulation that… Read More
A Facebook friend, a mother with an autistic child, called attention on her profile last night to an “Autism Mom” hoodie that she’d seen advertised:
It’s hard to rea… Read More
PENNSYLVANIA— Medicaid waivers that improve access to home and community-based services for children with autism also help their parents keep their jobs, according to research from Pen… Read More
The following article is written by Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, Simon Baddeley, who explores gamification and game based learning through Minecraft.
He is also hosting a live webin… Read More
Out of Heart by Irfan Master (eProof) - Donating your heart is the most precious gift of all.Adam is a teenage boy who lives with his mum and younger sister. His dad has left them although l… Read More
Content Note: Ableism, Bullying, Cyberbullying, Non-Pology
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There’s a quote that goes, “When you assume, you make an ass o… Read More
A single mum has spent thousands of pounds on make up, fake tan and outfits for her seven-year-old daughter who is desperate to become famous.
Despite her age, Layla Thompson, who goes by th… Read More
First Class Post - because this post is first class!Books Purchased:Physical copies:Female Chauvinist Pigs by Ariel Levy (3rd OCtober 2006)I've wanted to read this book for quite a while now… Read More
As they say, necessity is the mother of invention. Though there are many people both smart and generous, it is not until a specific, difficult situation arises that they are driven to solve… Read More
A family has paid tribute to a schoolgirl who died just hours after picking up her GCSE results.
They described Jasmine Bush, whose body was found at Haselmere Station, Surrey, as leaving a… Read More
He’s a former job pariah who’s suddenly a hot new hire, a university graduate with astonishing analytical abilities who could barely answer a question during job interviews.
Now… Read More
Autistic kids are called special kids and the family of an autistic kid has to be more accommodative than usual to provide the necessary aid for autism and to meet the needs of these spe… Read More
First Class Post - because this post is first class!Books Purchased:Physical copies:Moxie by Jennifer Mathieu (21st September 2017)I've wanted to read this one for so long! And it was SO goo… Read More
First Class Post - because this post is first class!Books Received for Review:eARCs:My Anxiety Handbook by Sue Knowles, Bridie Gallagher, and Phoebe McEwen (18th January 2018)As someone who… Read More
Vitamin B2, also known as Riboflavin plays a major role in breaking down carbohydrates. It also acts as an antioxidant and can tackle tumors and slow down aging. Riboflavin is needed to acti… Read More
CES 2018 ne aduce RightEye EyeQ, un sistem foarte interesant care poate identifica leziuni ale creierului prin simpla monitorizare a miscarilor ochilor utilizatorilor sai. Vorbim aici d… Read More
"How my son with autism made sense of the world by watching Disney movies" PBS NewsHour 1/18/2018ExcerptSUMMARY: When Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ron Suskind and his wife found o… Read More
First Class Post - because this post is first class!Books Purchased:Physical copies:Monstrous Beauty by Elizabeth Fama (1st October 2013)This is a retelling of The Little Mermaid, but with a… Read More
Like many people with Autism, 31 year old Greg Demer is bright but has difficulty Communicating. He has a passion for the history of military aircraft, but he can’t quite keep up a con… Read More
Modern medicine deals with the human body like a warzone. Dangerous bacteria are taking over, as well as it’s time to draw out the heavy weapons. Anti-biotics and also drugs t… Read More
Just Fine: Raising Children on the Autism Spectrum
– Poetry by Angeline Schellenberg –
Delayed
He’ll be just fine,you always said,with love and patiencethat boy will… Read More
I am BEYOND NERVOUS for Corey to start school!…
Corey is 4 and from 2.5 year he went to preschool it was around here we started to notice more signs of his Autism and after a hard tim… Read More
Kids are bordered each day by computer displays, mobile phone, computer game, and much overstimulation. Beth Israel Medical Center in New york city says they have discovered an effi… Read More
"What’s on your citrus fruit? Trump’s EPA fights to keep controversial insecticide in use" PBS NewsHour 10/10/2018ExcerptSUMMARY: Citrus growers hope to fend off frui… Read More
Parents across the UK are now looking at their cute little humans and thinking wow this week is going to be hell hah! We rely so much on school to educate/entertain our children through the… Read More
While we might look back at childhood with rose-colored-glasses, kids usually have to handle substantial stress and irritations, which also an adult would certainly locate challengi… Read More
By Jenny Lay-Flurrie, Chief Accessibility Officer, Microsoft
Every day, we have an opportunity to stand up for each other and work together to empower people to achieve more. For many peopl… Read More
Going through a traumatic experience or dealing with mental and physical disabilities can be a frightening time. Creating an emotional bond with an animal can help decrease the amount of dis… Read More
Craniosacral TherapyFirst of all, Craniosacral Treatment is also called cranial-sacral treatment. As well as it represents an alternative treatment that concentrates on main respiration as w… Read More
This year Shakta Khalsa commemorates 40 years of functioning with yoga and also kids. She has actually additionally released her most current book The Yoga exercise Way To Brillianc… Read More
There are many amazing reasons why you should visit Northern Ireland. It is steeped in great history, culture and has many unforgettable attractions. If you’re looking for a country th… Read More
By Neil Barnett, Director of Inclusive Hiring and Accessibility at Microsoft
Autism @ Work Playbook, a guide for HR professionals and organizations to create employment opportunities for ind… Read More
As any type of parent or educator will tell you, supporting kids in a conscious way, and offering them the structure they require to prosper is a huge work. When it comes to kids… Read More
Many centuries ago, the Celts built their own civilisation. They wanted to stay recognised by the whole world. Especially that they exist in more than one country, yet they’re all unit… Read More
International YA Translated into EnglishThis post contains affiliate links.One of my reading goals this year is to read more novels from other countries translated into English. I have only… Read More
Acetylcysteine (also known as N-acetylcysteine or N-acetyl-L-cysteine or NAC) is primarily used as a mucolytic agent and in the management of acetaminophen poisoning. It is a derivativ… Read More
Subscription boxes for kids seem to be all the rage these days. Are they worth the cost? How do you choose between all the options? I set out on a mission to research and list the best subsc… Read More
It’s time for the annual series I run on There Is Always Hope called Interview October. I have spent time asking questions about health conditions that these amazing people are living… Read More
Are you interested in exploring Glasgow? Within Scotland’s largest city you will find an array of attractions, something to suit every interest. Although it is not Scotland’s Cap… Read More
Research Shows CBD Benefits 50+ Conditions by Aaron Cadena at CBD Origin
Over the last few years, Cannabidiol (CBD) has exploded into the world of health and wellness.
With dozens of natur… Read More
The New York Board of Elections is Evaluating the ES&S ExpressVote XL to Replace some Existing Voting Systems. Scroll to Right for Video.
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Autism is a spectrum disorder – meaning it has many forms that affect people in a variety of ways and in varying degrees. Each person’s experience with autism presents unique cha… Read More
Summer camp activities for kids have gone virtual! Adapt your summer ideas this year to taking advantage of these online summer camps for kids.
If you’re anything like me, you’r… Read More
When you watch (binge, honestly) a TV show, and it comes to an end, well, it’s pretty sad. You feel like what are you gonna do with your life after this? Is there anything left without… Read More
Love On The Spectrum premiered on Netflix on 22 July 2020. The 5 episode long series revolves around Autistic individuals looking out for love
The series tells about how dating is compl… Read More
The Speed Cubers on Netflix is THE documentary that you should stream right away! I am usually a little apprehensive about documentaries regarding subject matters I hardly understand but thi… Read More
“Are we really getting well? Or are we falling victim to false promises?”
UnWell, a docuseries on wellness, brings forward these two very important questions. What really is… Read More
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When people think of children with autism, their minds immediately go to behavioral symptoms- but that’s not all that autism is. Children wi… Read More
The number of kids detected with autism spectrum conditions (ASD) has enhanced substantially over the last decades. The Centers for Illness Control and also Prevention (CDC), lately… Read More
Famous for its geese, lace, and rebels, Nottingham boasts a wide array of family-friendly parks and attractions, making it definitely worth a visit. From splashing around at the National Wat… Read More
Occupational therapy has been instrumental to people who’ve struggled with their daily living. Most occupational therapy patients have birth injuries, autism, learning difficulties, as… Read More
Stress balls are designed to help you cut down stress, loosen your stiff muscles, and improve your motor skills. They also help you improve grip and boost blood circulation. Stress balls com… Read More
More and more people are looking for safe, effective ways to boost memory, mood, and brain function. Many nootropic supplements claim to improve brain function, but many of them sound too go… Read More
Weighted blankets are finally getting the attention they deserve and are becoming a trend for a healthy sleeping routine. Weighted blankets should be your go-to if you have trouble finding s… Read More
Weighted Blankets: Controversial or a Necessity
Almost everyone loves the feel of a tight, warm hug to make us feel calm and safe. Imagine that same feeling when lying in bed or relaxing… Read More
Respecting the rights and humanity of all autistic people.Photo by Eric Patnoudes on UnsplashApril is Autism Acceptance Month and, globally, on April 2nd we recognized Autism Accep… Read More
Fat Joe on raising son with Autism l ABCNL Datzhott DatzHottNew York legend and hip-hop mogul Fat Joe joins us with a special mission to bring attention to World Autism Awareness Month.The p… Read More
Chip in Casino Night Gala & After Dark Bash, Chicago’s premiere Casino-themed fundraiser for Autism Speaks celebrates its 6th smash year on May 7th, 2022! With the historic an… Read More
Minecraft is a video game that since 2009 has amassed millions of users, including many children, who by placing and destroying the blocks of the famous pixelated world learn to develop thei… Read More