The Meltdown Cycle: Understanding and Navigating Emotional Crises
Learn more about autistic meltdowns and how to navigate them when they happen to you or someone you know.
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My Autistic Experience
Diagnosed as an Autistic Adult
“Diagnosed as an Autistic Adult” was a presentation featuring Tessa Watkins and Dr. Jessica Maher at Rep. Dan Miller’s 11th annual Disability & Mental Health Summit. This talk was given in person on April 19, 2024, in Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
The Necessity of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Schools
Discover the reasons why I believe waiting for DEI to occur naturally is not enough, backed by historical insights and personal reflections.
Tessa Watkins joins Dr. Crystal Morrison on The Village Vision Podcast
Tessa talks about how and why they received an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis as an adult and other aspects of being an autistic parent in episode 16 of The Village Vision podcast.
Double Rainbows: The Fascinating Connection Between Autism and Gender Identity
From neurodivergent to gender divergent, take a deeper look about the interplay in the autistic brain of people who are transgender, nonbinary, or gender non-conforming.
Navigating the Complexities of Parenting with Complex PTSD
Am I bad at parenting or do I have a challenging child? This question may be a sign you’re having an existential crisis.
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.
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.
My 5 Pranking Rules of Engagement
If you’re like me and you don’t always understand social cues but you also like to be a prankster for April Fool’s day, here are the rules I’ve come up with to ensure my pranks remain safe and fun for everyone.
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.
Mt. Lebanon playgrounds get Point-N-Play banners to foster inclusivity
Playground banners located at the Mt. Lebanon Park, WIlliamsburg Park, and Meadowcroft provide an alternative communication method for kids.
Connect with your Autistic Partner using the Bond Touch
A product review about the Bond Touch bracelets from an autistic adult married to an allistic one. Learn how we used these devices to amplify autistic communication in our home!