Integrated Self Advocacy helps us, as professionals and family members, to provide children and adults with ASD and other conditions with safe forums for self-discovery, structured learning activities and a cumulative understanding of the many facets of self-advocacy. Continue reading..
This provocative and pioneering book is both a refreshing exploration of the history of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and a powerful story of the author's own struggle with her son Elijah's Asperger's Syndrome. Continue reading..
Wherever he goes, Elijah’s quirky slant on parents, school, music, and the lives of people inhabiting the “typical” world are raising eyebrows and getting laughs! Say hi to Mr. Inevitable, and don’t worry, he knows you’re laughing, even if you’re watching this DVD in the privacy of your own home! Continue reading..
Self disclosure is a moment when you share information about your diagnosis with with others. Full disclosure means that you actually tell someone that you are autistic. Partial disclosure means that you share related information, but don't name your diagnosis outright. For example, you might choose to say that you are sensitive to loud noises in some situations, rather than fully disclose. It's good to know you have options.