Selective Mutism: being quiet doesn’t mean I have nothing to say #MentalHealthMonth
byI often imagine words in fancy fonts swirling out of my mouth only to fall on the floor unheard. So many misconceptions about selective…
#ActuallyAutistic Perspective
Blog posts from #ActuallyAutistic people. In 2018 the Art of Autism started paying neurodivergent bloggers.
Love that Boy: Ron Fournier shares how a former U.S. President’s words became the title of his book
byDuring their eight road trips Tyler discovered his father’s unconditional love. Ron learned that Tyler was wired neurologically different—he would have to rewire himself…
Jeanette Purkis: Stigma in Mental Health Services #MentalHealthMonth
byMay is Mental Health Month. The Art of Autism throughout May would like to focus on stories about those with dual diagnoses. By Jeanette…
My favorite Power Ranger Billy is like Me!
byBilly was my favorite Power Ranger and I love that they chose him to be on the autism spectrum in this movie. By Brent…
Healing art: from singing bowls to painting chakras
byBy Steve Selpal After learning about my particular cancer diagnosis, I was fortunate to have a special experience with Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls. Three…
Women and Autism: At age 29 I received an autism diagnosis
byThe sad truth is that women, particularly undiagnosed, on the spectrum are at risk for various comorbidities like major depressive disorder, eating disorders, sexual…
A letter to Sesame Street from a 30 year old man: what Julia means to me #autism
by“Meeting a muppet like me was something I never imagined would happen…”, Brent Anderson Dear Sesame Street, I found myself watching your show again…
The Employment Shift: rethinking autism employment initiatives
byThink of a 1 in 68 prevalence number in a nation of 318.9 million, then take the working ages between 18-69 and then enact…