“Autistic” verses “Has Autism” Here’s an interesting take on the discussion is it “autistic” or “has autism?” What’s the take? Which way is better, saying “autistic” or “has autism?” Are both of them okay? Or neither? The linked article discusses the Identity First term (autistic) vs. the Person First term (with autism). The article points out that most people … [Read more...] about “Autistic” verses “Has Autism”
Autism and Interacting with the Police
Autism and Interacting with the Police This happened: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/police-shoot-13-year-old-boy-autism-salt-lake-city-mother-called-for-help/ So, what’s a parent with a teenager on the autism spectrum supposed to think of what happened here? What do I think? First, I’m terrified. Second, I’m angry. Third, I’m confused. Why am I … [Read more...] about Autism and Interacting with the Police
Autism and Reporting on 2020 Back to School
Autism and Reporting on 2020 Back to School I'm reposting this... With some updates. Because it's important! My child with autism is a senior in high school!! In the past, this meant fun senior activities, graduation photographs, a prom, and the usual graduation ceremony. All of those things for the seniors of 2020 didn’t happen due to the … [Read more...] about Autism and Reporting on 2020 Back to School
Autism and the 2020 Election
Autism and the 2020 Election For me, it’s hard NOT to think about the upcoming election… it’s today! However, this is a blog about autism. So, can I connect the two? Let’s try. How am I feeling about the election? Very nervous. I have disliked the current administration and I want them voted out. I don’t want to get too far into that so I can to try to … [Read more...] about Autism and the 2020 Election
Autism and the Stress of On Line Learning
Autism and the Stress of On Line Learning My son’s senior year is taking place at home with online learning. His school is on a block schedule (Periods 1,3,5 on one day, Periods 2,4,6 on another day). The schedule was sent to every parent at the beginning of the school year, laying out exactly which days have the 1,3,5 and which days have the 2,4,6. This … [Read more...] about Autism and the Stress of On Line Learning