Hand Flapping, Stimming, and Autism
No, just because your child flaps their hands does not mean they are autistic. And, even if it did, we need to stop treating autism like it’s some terrible thing.
Self-Advocacy for Disabled
The ‘Self Advocacy’ category is dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their lives and assert their rights. Here, you will find a wealth of resources and information to help you navigate the complexities of self-advocacy. From learning how to communicate effectively to navigating the legal system, this category provides you with the tools you need to advocate for yourself.
Our expert authors share their knowledge and experiences to help you build confidence, develop strong communication skills, and stand up for your rights.
Stay informed and empowered with the latest self-advocacy resources!
What are Autistic Shutdowns? (adults and kids)
Learn the Differences between autistic shutdowns and autistic meltdowns, the signs of autistic shutdowns, and how to help your loved one recover from a shutdown.
Is “Special Needs” Offensive or Politically Correct? Here’s the new term.
Read thoughts and insight from disabled people on how they feel about being referred to as ‘special needs.’ It’s ok to say “disabled.”
What are Age-Appropriate Interests for a Developmentally Disabled or Autistic Adult?
Autism and Age-Appropriate Interests “Who gets to decide what is an age-appropriate interest for a disabled or autistic child?” This is an issue that has…
What Disabled People Need to Know about Live Nation and Ticketmaster Accessibility
Live Nation Accessible Seats I am revisiting and updating older posts, to see if they are still relevant. When they are no longer relevant, I…
Overcoming Some Internal Bias: Yes, yes he runs.
Sometimes our own internal biases show up and reveal themselves in unexpected places.
I Don’t Need You to Tell Me How to Feel about Parenting a Disabled Child.
Parenting a Disabled Child This might be the biggest decision you’ll ever make as a parent. I’m talking about the decision to be happy. No,…
6 Reasons to STOP Assigning a Mental Age to Disabled Students
Mental Age I guess it’s a coping mechanism. Or a way of trying to parent and better understand our kids. But it’s also an antiquated…
I’m Tired of Justifying My {Disabled} Son’s Existence.
I decided today, I am done living life with a disclaimer. Here’s the thing. I’m tired of society making me justify my son’s existence. And I’m…
I’m tired of talking about my son’s health.
I know they mean well. People. They ask. But the holiday season just ended and I.am.exhausted. Mentally, not physically. Emotionally. My son has significant health…
It’s OK to ask us about my son’s disabilities. No, really, it is.
Questions about Disability A few weeks ago, my younger son (non-disabled) had a friend over to play. We’ve known this family for about 6 months….
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