Respect Autistic Boundaries and Triggers
We understand when people are distressed. I can smell the endorphins. By John Testore I suffer for others and I’m always misunderstood for that….
The Art of Autism mourns the passing of Lois Curtis: Artist and Disability Advocate
The Art of Autism mourns the loss of Lois Curtis in November 2022. Lois Curtis was an African American artist with intellectual and developmental…
Film Review of Tommy! The Dreams I Keep Inside Me
Sixty-year old Tommy Onorato doesn’t let his age or autism diagnosis inhibit him from pursuing his passion of being a jazz singer with a…
Poetry: Change Your Perception
By Dan L. Edmunds, PH.D. What is wrong with that boy? He does not really express joy He flaps his arms and lets out…
I Wrote A One-Woman Play About Autism called The power of O
By Olivia Nguyen I am 27 years old, and I am from Fairfax Virginia. I am actor, playwright and educator, and I am currently…
I Cried When Lacey Left the Band Flyleaf
“I’ve always had pretty intense special interests, often kept secret, but Flyleaf was one of the very few that seemed socially acceptable.” By Miya…
Autistic Playwright Matteo Esposito Brings A Unique Perspective to his Plays
My name is Matteo Esposito. I’m am a playwright with autism. I live in a beautiful country called Canada and am the oldest of…
Ashan Fernando, City of Toronto Councillor Ward 25, a Voice for the Disability and Mental Health Community
“As a public representative I will speak very loudly for our most vulnerable people with mental/physical disabilities and our seniors in our community.” Ashan…