What Does Autism Look Like?
Tessa Watkins, autistic self-advocate, talks about the physical features caused by autism, addressing the stereotypes that people think of, in this 4-minute video.
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Autism
I am an autistic adult. I write about autism, my autistic experiences, and the history of this neurocognitive condition as a self-advocate to help share education in the hopes of spreading awareness and acceptance.
Autism is highly stigmatized and parents often grieve when their children receive this diagnosis. I am here to tell you that while your feelings are valid, your child is not any less of a person than who you built them up to be in your mind. They are still full of potential, love, and innocence, and their future has yet to be written.
I do not speak for the autistic community; I am just one voice in the autistic community.
Brief History of Autism
Not much is known about Autism Spectrum Disorder since the studies of autism are just over 100 years old. Learn about the history of ASD from an autistic self-advocate in this 7-minute video.
Tessa talks to Biz about Autism on the One Bad Mother Podcast
Tessa and Biz talk about autism in this podcast episode of One Bad Mother. This is a 2-part series because Tessa infodumped during their recording session. What an autistic thing to do.
Our Behavioral Disaster at the Airport
My partner, 4-year-old autistic child, and I flew transatlantic to visit family and we had one of the worst meltdowns of our lives in the airport.
Gift Suggestions for your Autistic Bestie
Shopping for an autistic person? Check out these gift ideas whether it’s for a holiday or their birthday!
How do I bond with my autistic child?
Learn from an autistic parent of an autistic child on how can you show your own autistic kid(s) you love them in a way they’ll understand.
What does Autism Self Diagnosis Look Like?
Check out this hilariously relatable skit about autistic self-diagnosis by April (@AprilSyrup) on TikTok with the caption, “having access to getting diagnosed by a professional is a privilege”
Understanding Autism through the Actually Autistic Lens
The Trio Training Academy at PennState University hosted a 3-day Autism Conference with 12 sessions, all with actually autistic speakers.
Book Recommendations from a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Specialist
Check out this list of book recommendations about autism, ADHD, behavioral challenges, and communication from Dr. Bethany Ziss, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician.
Applied Behavior Analysis is a Business & Children are the Products
The truth about ABA is that it’s just a business making profit off your disabled children and parents are the customers.
Is Bluey Autistic?
Adult watchers of the children’s Austrailian TV show “Bluey” have noticed the titular character isn’t neurotypical. So they wonder, is Bluey autistic? See what this autistic adult believes.
Unmasking Autism
What better way to learn about autism than from an autistic person? Learn why autistics are unmasking for their mental health.