For decades, researchers and clinicians have sought to understand the causes of autism. Recently, there’s been renewed media attention and political debate around data collection and theories about environmental triggers driving what some call the “autism epidemic.” It’s a good moment to step back and…
What do I Say? Has this ever happened to you? A friend opens up and tells you that they’re Autistic. This revelation takes you by surprise and leaves you speechless. What should you say? Read on for tips on what to say, what not…
I’m not Autistic myself, so I’m always looking to learn more about the Autistic experience. Learning from actually Autistic people has helped me to better understand my late husband, our two late-diagnosed Autistic children, and the many Autistic people I work with and meet. Dr.…