What does supporting an Autistic Person Mean?
byBy Kaelynn Partlow Autism advocates talk a lot about how we need to “support” people on the spectrum. But when we say “autistic people…
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I’m smart, I promise.
byBy Kaelynn Partlow As someone diagnosed with autism, I have always had “intense” or “obsessive” interests in different subject areas. As someone who is…
My “Autism Is Showing” Moments
byBy Kaelynn Partlow I am 24 years old and I am diagnosed with “high-functioning autism.” There is a broad misconception in the autism community…
10 autism buzzwords you need to know
byBy Kaelynn Partlow Whether you’re fairly new to the autism community or you have been involved for some time, you’ve likely heard several popular…
Autism facts you may not want to know
byI am an adult with autism. I am different not less. Well, that is until I have a meltdown, or don’t understand something or…
5 Tips for Medical Care Providers for People on the Autism Spectrum
byBy Kaelynn Partlow It’s estimated that 75% of people on the autism spectrum have a comorbid physical or psychiatric condition. These conditions can appear…
What it’s like to experience a meltdown
byBy Kaelynn Partlow Often those of us on the autism spectrum do things that neurotypical people have difficulty understanding. To outsiders, autistic behavior can…