Autism Information and Resources

Explore a wealth of autism information and resources to better understand, support, and embrace neurodiversity. From expert insights to practical tips, discover valuable resources for individuals, families, and communities navigating the spectrum.

Executive Functioning Skills at Home + School

What is an Executive Functioning Coach and What do they Do?
ByLisa Lightner January 11, 2024November 18, 2025

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Executive Functioning Skills at Home + School

How to Overcome Task Paralysis, an Important Executive Function
ByLisa Lightner January 10, 2024November 11, 2025

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

Hyperfixation: Understanding and Coping with Intense, Focused Obsessions
ByLisa Lightner November 29, 2023June 8, 2026

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Activities for Kids (Fun and Learning)

Sensory Bottles DIY: How to Make Sensory Bottles
ByLisa Lightner July 26, 2023November 26, 2024

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Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

Autism Incontinence: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
ByLisa Lightner June 13, 2023March 24, 2026

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Special Education Classrooms and Teachers

What is a Communication Board? A Guide to Improving Communication for Non-Speaking People
ByLisa Lightner June 8, 2023April 13, 2024

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Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

Practical Solutions for Dealing with Poop Smearing in Children and Adults
ByLisa Lightner April 28, 2023March 24, 2026

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Disability Acceptance and Advocacy

Combatting April’s Harmful Stereotypes: Addressing Autism Ableism
ByLisa Lightner April 1, 2023April 10, 2026

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Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

10 Affordable and Quiet Fidget Toys for ADHD (pictures)
ByLisa Lightner March 26, 2023March 24, 2026

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

What is Shame Spiraling? And How to Stop the Pattern.
ByLisa Lightner March 10, 2023March 24, 2026

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

7 Popular AAC Devices for Autism and Communication
ByLisa Lightner March 6, 2023November 15, 2024

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IEP and 504 Accommodations (Examples and Lists)

Proprioceptive Seeking Behaviors: Practical Strategies to Support this Sensory Need.
ByLisa Lightner February 2, 2023March 31, 2026

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Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

Sensory Overload: How to Recognize and Manage the Symptoms.
ByLisa Lightner January 17, 2023March 24, 2026

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

What are Echolalia and Autistic Scripting?
ByLisa Lightner December 9, 2022February 17, 2024

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Disability Acceptance and Advocacy

What are Age-Appropriate Interests for a Developmentally Disabled or Autistic Adult?
ByLisa Lightner December 6, 2022March 2, 2026

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

What is a Sensory Diet? (Examples)
ByLisa Lightner November 3, 2022December 19, 2024

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Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

How to Find a Dentist for Kids with Autism
ByLisa Lightner October 26, 2022March 24, 2026

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Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

Autism and Haircuts: How to Find the Perfect Autism Barber
ByLisa Lightner October 26, 2022March 24, 2026

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Autism Information and Resources

What is an Executive Functioning Coach and What do they Do?

How to Overcome Task Paralysis, an Important Executive Function

Hyperfixation: Understanding and Coping with Intense, Focused Obsessions

Sensory Bottles DIY: How to Make Sensory Bottles

Autism Incontinence: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

What is a Communication Board? A Guide to Improving Communication for Non-Speaking People

Practical Solutions for Dealing with Poop Smearing in Children and Adults

Combatting April’s Harmful Stereotypes: Addressing Autism Ableism

10 Affordable and Quiet Fidget Toys for ADHD (pictures)

What is Shame Spiraling? And How to Stop the Pattern.

7 Popular AAC Devices for Autism and Communication

Proprioceptive Seeking Behaviors: Practical Strategies to Support this Sensory Need.

Sensory Overload: How to Recognize and Manage the Symptoms.

What are Echolalia and Autistic Scripting?

What are Age-Appropriate Interests for a Developmentally Disabled or Autistic Adult?

What is a Sensory Diet? (Examples)

How to Find a Dentist for Kids with Autism

Autism and Haircuts: How to Find the Perfect Autism Barber

IEP Support for Parents and Educators

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