Category: Autism
How to Get Out of an Autistic Thought Loop
I recently experienced an intense episode of getting stuck in a thought loop. I was involved in a relatively minor situation, which was unresolved and […]
How Flourishing With Autism Is Possible
Looking back on my 40-year career in autism services, I realized something was missing. From the beginning, I was implementing strengths-based approaches to autism interventions, […]
A Successful Holiday Strategy for an Autism Family
“What’s wrong with him? Why is he crying so much? What’s wrong with Nat?” Every family member was pelting me with these questions at a […]
“Am I Too Old for an Autism Diagnosis?”
I work with clients from their late teens into their late 70s. One question some of my older clients ask, particularly those over the age […]
How Travel Presents Unique Challenges for People With Autism
My sister Margaret, who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder when she was three years old, has never been a frequent flyer. But she and […]
Adults Have Meltdowns, Too |
When first introduced to the concept of “meltdowns” in a clinical sense, I had a picture of the term as a watered-down term for temper […]
Why I Sometimes Forget I’m Autistic
As someone diagnosed as autistic in adulthood, it’s easy to forget that I’m autistic much of the time. What I mean is that “being autistic” […]
The Power of Group and Belonging for Autistic Adults
Source: SHVETS production / Pexels I always knew there was something wrong with me. As long as I can remember, I have felt that I […]
Do Disability-Specific Settings Violate the ADA?
Following close behind last month’s announcement by the Department of Labor (DOL) of a “comprehensive review” of 14(c), the program that allows some agencies to […]
7 Tips to Cope With the Holidays When You’re Autistic
Whatever your faith or culture, this time of year often involves cultural festivities of some kind. For many autistic people, it’s the most stressful time […]