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.
Disability
Disability issues are human issues. My neurodiverse family includes things from Down syndrome to dyspraxia. Here’s what I wish you know.
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.
When Will We See the Value of Disabled Workers?
It’s hard to find work when people want to see you as a liability.
Autism and Privacy: Protecting Red
Their name isn’t Red, but that’s what I call them online. Too many people think autism negates the need for privacy.
The Mitchells vs the Machines and Autism
Some people say that beloved characters from The Mitchells vs. the Machines might be on the autism spectrum. Here’s why it matters.