Autistic Blog

Image credit: Freepik Back-to-school season — for many families, it’s a mix of excitement, preparation, and maybe a little anxiety. But...

Martin Slyngstad Martin Slyngstad’s journey is a powerful story of transformation, hope, and resilience. Diagnosed with autism at a young...

Mary Russell Advocacy began in the quiet embrace of water for Mary Russell. The pool never hurried her or demanded explanations; it...

Trevor Kelliher In a world that often feels too fast, too disconnected, and too divided, the simplest things can sometimes have the most...

Summer is the season of valuable opportunity for neurodivergent individuals to build skills that support growth, independence, and...

As we approach the 4th of July in 2025, it’s a perfect time to reflect on how our holiday can evolve to be more inclusive and welcoming...

Image credit: Freepik Transitioning from the familiar rhythm of school days to the open-endedness of summer can feel like stepping off a...

Image credit: Freepik The truths behind autism and empathy matter more than most people know. Do people with autism really lack empathy?...

Image credit: Freepik Confusion often clouds our understanding when it comes to Autism and ADHD, making everything feel overwhelming and...

Michaela Michaela’s journey is more than impressive—it’s deeply meaningful. Her recent achievement of a master’s degree didn’t just come...

Volunteered for CARD-USF on 5/1/25 Emotional understanding is   often missing when we talk about autism. Autistic individuals are often...

Image credit: Freepik Memorial Day carries deep emotional meaning—it’s a time to reflect, to honor, and to gather close with family and...

Andrew Arboe When Andrew Arboe first began sharing his life story as an autistic individual, he didn’t imagine it would lead to packed...

Image credit: Freepik Self-advocacy isn't just a buzzword. It’s your inner voice saying, “Hey, my thoughts and needs matter too.”...

Heartfelt and unwavering, there are superheroes who don’t wear capes—some wear a messy bun, carry a bag full of sensory tools, and have a...

Solutions  start with honesty—ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) has come a long way, but there’s still so much room to grow. Especially...

Dr. Mark Fleming Mighty comebacks don’t always roar—sometimes, they move with quiet strength, just like Dr. Mark Fleming. When you hear...

Image credit: Freepik Navigating life as an autistic or neurodiverse individual can be both beautiful and challenging. The world may not...

Struggles with masking autism are often invisible but deeply exhausting. Imagine stepping onto a stage every single day, playing a role...

Image credit: Freepik Powerful as it is, imagine feeling like you have to wear a mask every single day, just to be accepted. Imagine...