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Credit: Unsplash+ A growing number of people are discovering that they are autistic in adulthood. This is especially the case among women, with a number of celebrities – such as model and reality star Christine McGuinness and TV presenter Melanie Sykes – sharing their experiences of being diagnosed as an adult. Having an autism diagnosis…

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a composite neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, behavior, and social interaction. In the U.S., approximately 1 in 54 children have ASD. We all know there is still no clear or proper cure for autism. However, some researchers and their studies about autism mention that nutrition and vitamin supplements can be…

You may have had a hunch that your child is unique, or someone may have mentioned autism testing to you after spending time with your child. But you want to know: should I get my child tested? Most children exhibit autistic traits before age three, and these can become more obvious as they age. These…

Five Benefits of Therapy for Autism Autism is a developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation. Early intervention therapy for autism can make a significant difference in a child’s development, helping them to improve their communication skills and social interactions and help them learn to regulate their emotions. Let’s explore the benefits…

Autism Speaks is a controversial organization that claims to want autistic people to reach their “full potential” — but is this truly its focus? Many people on the autism spectrum see Autism Speaks as a threat to the autistic community, as on its website it claims to represent the community through “global awareness” and “accelerating…

April is #AutismAcceptanceMonth, and since today is the last day of April, this is my third and final post sharing information about how we move from autism awareness towards autism acceptance. At its most basic level, moving from awareness to acceptance, of any group, like autistic people, that’s been unjustly marginalized and stigmatized requires a few key…

A search party is being organized for a Rock Island man with autism who’s been missing for over three days. It is believed that 25-year-old Jesse Robert Cardenas left his home in the 300 block of Hammond Lane in Rock Island on Tuesday morning. He was last seen inside his residence at around 10 p.m. the…

Research and reports have already confirmed there are significant health and safety risks associated with the use of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) technology.  While some American universities have addressed liability issues associated with its use, VR/AR/MR headsets continue to be strapped onto the heads of people of all ages…

A report by the CDC states that one in 36 children is diagnosed with autism, which has increased since a 2016 statistic of one in 54. These types of increases will in turn increase the need for services for students diagnosed with autism on college campuses as well. We recently sat down with Jennifer Nicholson,…