Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. People with ASD may have difficulty interacting with others, understanding social cues, and expressing their thoughts and feelings. They may also engage in repetitive behaviors or have restricted interests. ASD is a lifelong condition, but there are many treatments available to help … Read more
My son has ASD and attended his first school dance! We had an absolute blast together! We were the very first to arrive so he got a chance to experience it before things got busy and chaotic we left about 40 min into it as the room was getting crowded and I could see he … Read more
I’m gonna say something controversial and not everyone is going to like it, but it needs to be said. I do not like having autism, and I think most people don’t like it either. Having special needs isn’t fun, and being unable to do things normal people can is heartbreaking. I want to go to … Read more
I know it’s really faint and hard to see, but my 6-year-old drew this while waiting to go into therapy. The reason I am so proud is that whenever I would hand him a pencil marker or crayons he would give it right back and say mommy you do. This drawing tho, this one right … Read more
I’m not sure how many people will be in the same situation as I am but I am going to ask if there is anyone else in the same life or similar situation that I have been given a blessing for me in my life with Parkinson’s and autism, Asperger’s and have been a part … Read more
I have a 5-year-old son who is autistic and non-verbal. He goes to bed very easily and sleeps all night, but wakes up super early every day! Like 430am and when he is up he does not go back to sleep. Then he is tired all day and doesn’t participate well at school and therapy … Read more
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I’m a 43 year old male and consider myself to be fairly worldly-wise. I was diagnosed with Aspergers around six months ago and was obviously curious to find out more about how my mind works and why I’ve always thought and acted a certain way. I’ve been a holiday rep and have a responsible job … Read more
Today my Mum said “Autism is Nature versus Nurture. Parents make it worse and it’s only as a result of their pandering to them that they get this in the first place!”I tried saying that they’re born with it and it’s genetic but I was told this was a load of rubbish and was an … Read more
I am 29 and still wet the bed at night and have problems with my brain getting the signal to go to the bathroom during the day. For this reason, i have bladder accidents and less frequently, bowel accidents. I often don’t know until it’s too late. Even though setting an alarm helps, I still … Read more