The Difference Between Autism and Dyspraxia
There’s more overlap than you’d think. Here’s the difference between autism and dyspraxia, along with what they have in common.
Disability
Disability issues are human issues. My neurodiverse family includes things from Down syndrome to dyspraxia. Here’s what I wish you know.
Dealing with Grief, for People With Down Syndrome
Losing a loved one is hard. You might not understand what’s next. Here’s how to cope with grief if you have Down syndrome.
Q&A: How Can I Be Casually Disability Inclusive?
Being disability inclusive goes beyond holding doors. In fact, it starts before disabled people enter the room. Here’s how you can help.
The Problem with How We View IQ Tests
IQ tests have an accuracy problem and we value them too much. Your IQ doesn’t measure everything, and most of all, it is not your fate.
Q&A: How to Interact with a Disabled Person
Many people make the same awkward mistakes when they interact with a disabled person. Here’s how to avoid gaffes and be friendly.
Disability Q&A: How to Talk About Disability
Many of us hesitate to talk about disability. But when we ignore the subject, we ignore the people. Here are some tips to make it easier.
The Social Model of Disability in Autism and More
What does the social model of disability mean for autism and other conditions? Here’s what you need to know, explained with examples.
Norma from Dead End: Paranormal Park is a Great Autistic Character
Norma from Dead End: Paranormal Park isn’t just another autistic character. Her story breaks one of the worst trends in autism media.
Great Gifts for Autistic Adults
Most autism-related websites focus on kids. But autistic kids grow up into autistic adults. So if that cute little 7-year-old is now a 27-year-old, what do you do for their birthday? Here are some great gifts for autistic adults and teens. Autistic-Approved Gifts Before we dive in here, I want to mention that these ideas …
How Autistic Behavior Protects Autistic People
Autistic behavior isn’t meaningless. In fact, it’s highly adaptive.