What it’s like to experience a meltdown

March 22, 2019 March 22, 2019

What it’s like to experience a meltdown

By Kaelynn Partlow Often those of us on the autism spectrum do things that neurotypical people have difficulty understanding. To outsiders, autistic behavior can…

March 18, 2019 March 18, 2019

On balancing fantasy and reality with an autistic mind

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By Baylie Nixon I was originally going to write this article before I left for a trip my friend, family and I planned this…

March 15, 2019 March 15, 2019

Autism and brain spasms and out of body moments

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It’s like a cloud of electricity is filling my brain and then slowly explodes inside my head. By Austin John Jones My experience with…

March 14, 2019 March 14, 2019

Women are Phenomenal

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Art of Autism Board member Kimberly Gerry-Tucker shares poetry and art honoring women. March is Women’s History Month. By Kimberly Gerry-Tucker (Artwork: Kimberly Gerry-Tucker)…

March 11, 2019 March 11, 2019

How Temple Grandin inspired me after receiving an autism diagnosis

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Dr. Grandin taught me that I did not need to blame, shame, or hate myself just because I was different. By Wendi E. Powers…

March 6, 2019 March 6, 2019

A review of the movie Shine

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“Shine’s” depiction of David Helfgott’s passionate pursuit and achievement of success as a pianist in spite of his severe mental challenges sends an uplifting…