3 benefits of #Pokémon Go for those on the #autism spectrum
byKids who would usually steer clear from large crowds and/or social interaction are being brought right in the middle of it in a fun…
Autism – General
It Takes A Child – “There is a myth that children with autism don’t have empathy” Elaine Hall
by“There is this myth that children with autism don’t have empathy. I’ve found the exact opposite to be true: children with autism are instead…
Baby talk – why do people talk to #autistic adults and children like they are infants
byAutism comic strip by autistic artist Carissa P. depicts “Baby Talk” by Debra Muzikar A couple weeks ago my Facebook friend Stefanie shared with…
A Physician speaks: What Physicians can learn from the #neurodiversity movement
by…in our daily communication with patients and families, how often do we, as physicians, inadvertently promote negative stereotypes, diminish our patients’ self-worth, or portray…
A communication shift: Icons on t-shirts
byLast week Jocelyn Eastman, Board member for the Art of Autism posted on The Art of Autism Facebook page about Iconspeak, an innovative company…
Eye contact: is it important?
byby Debra Muzikar “Kevin will use age-appropriate eye contact in (3 out of 4) verbal interactions with adults or peers in 4 trials as…
Why humor is important
byHumor has developmental milestones. By Debra Muzikar Driving with Kevin we spot this sign. “Slow children at play,” I say. “Kevin how would you…
Am I Autistic without a Formal Diagnosis?
byBy Leanne Libas Names have been changed in order to protect their identities. Hello fellow readers! I’ve received so much positive feedback after releasing…