Month: April 2017

What is Autism?

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Disclaimer: The following article uses identity-first language. To read about why the Autistic community prefers identity-first language, click here. This information is adapted from the Autistic Self Advocacy Network’s resource “What is Autism?” for Autism Acceptance Month. What is autism? Autism is a developmental disability which affects language and communication, sensory processing and motor skills, cognition, … Read more

April is Autism Acceptance Month

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Courtesy of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run by and for Autistic people.  What is Autism Acceptance Month? April is Autism Acceptance Month. During Autism Acceptance Month, we focus on sharing positive, respectful, and accurate information about autism and people with autism. Autism Acceptance Month promotes acceptance and celebration of people with … Read more