Resources For Welcoming and Inclusion
Is autism a good thing or a bad thing? The truth is that it is just a thing. So what does this mean for families with children with autism? I have three children with autism. I am the first to… Read moreNavigating Joy, Grief, and Fulfillment as a Parent of Autistic Children
The history of disability rights in North America is a testament to the persistent efforts of advocates, policymakers, and individuals with disabilities who have fought for equality and inclusion. Over the past century, this movement has transformed from grassroots activism… Read moreThe Evolution of Disability Rights in North America
Understanding Neurodiversity: A Guide to Different Types The concept of neurodiversity highlights the natural variations in how the human brain functions, recognizing that cognitive differences are not deficits but part of the diversity of human experiences. Coined by sociologist Judy Singer in… Read moreA Guide to Neurodiversity: Embracing Different Ways of Thinking
Introduction There are some concerns about the outcome for an autistic person in postsecondary education. University can be a difficult experience both in terms of the academic work as well as the social context. Some autistic persons are able to… Read moreAutism and Post-Secondary Education: A Personal Perspective
When our two oldest children were diagnosed with autism, we were in a rush to get them into therapy. The therapy, which was ABA, was considered the gold standard. The goal of that therapy was clear: Compliance. Everything was done… Read moreCompliance and Autism
At my other website, I wrote a review of the recent series, The Penguin. In that review, I share that I really enjoyed it and I thought was very well done. But there is another side to it. The Penguin… Read moreThe Penguin, Disabilities, and Evil
I recently came across this story from my Facebook memories of an incident that I had completely forgotten about from back in 2009. I think it is worth sharing. Today is a PD day for Logan and Abby. However, Justus… Read moreThe Power of Social Stories
This is a guest post by Mark Pound – Founder & CEO, CurbCutOS When we talk about disabilities, most people immediately think of visible impairments: a person using a wheelchair, someone with a guide dog, or an individual wearing a… Read moreInvisible Disabilities Deserve Visibility Now More Than Ever
When our oldest children were diagnosed with autism back in the early 2000s, the rate of autism was about 5 in 10,000. Now some experts are suggesting that approximately 1 in 36 children have autism! If this was about a… Read moreIs There an Epidemic of Autism?
Some video footage was released of President Jimmy Carter on his 100th birthday. This made Carter the longest living American president, which is quite the achievement. However, there was also some pushback. This was not the strong former president that… Read moreDisabilities, Weakness, and Jimmy Carter