Historical figures who may have been on the autism spectrum
October is Disability History Month. Colin Eldred-Cohen looks at some historical figures who may possibly have been on the autism spectrum. By Colin Eldred-Cohen…
How low-budget art projects can enhance the lives of children with autism and other learning differences
By Leigh Marcos, photos courtesy of Keri Bowers Art projects are recognized as effective forms of therapy to help kids who have a diagnosis…
Autism Speaks revamps its Mission Statement
Long overdue Autism Speaks removes the word “cure” and puts the needs of autistic individuals and their families first in their new mission statement…
October is national arts and humanities month #Showyourart
The Art of Autism joins art organizations across the United States in celebrating National Arts and Humanities Month (NAHM). Thirty years ago, NAHM was…
Logic and Consistency within Schizophrenia: A Jump in Intelligence #WorldMentalHealthDay
October 10 is World Mental Health Day. Although there may be a genetic or biological predisposition to acquire the “schizophrenic trait” of expanded experience,…
An interview with Steve Silberman author of Neurotribes
Steve Silberman ASAN Ally of the Year talks about the making of Neurotribes, now out in paperback, and the future of the autism community….
Autistic runner Mikey Brannigan makes history at 2016 Paralympics
“I believe everyone on the planet has their thing and, especially in my experience, autistic people all have a tremendous gift. It’s a matter…
Happy Good Neighbor’s Day – The importance of being a good neighbor to someone on the #autism spectrum
“It takes a village to raise a child. It takes a child with autism to raise the consciousness of the village,” Coach Elaine Hall…