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“Autism Class”: Teaching Students in K-12 Autism Schools About Who They Are
The new student looks understandably full of questions. "Hi!" I say, intentionally gregarious. "What's your name?" Which we exchange...I then give them a sly facial expression and tone—we autistics are bad at reading non-verbal communication, but we usually live long enough to learn a thing...
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Hiring Autistic College Graduates in STEM: A Best-Practices Model
Businesses in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) can better employ autistic students. 85% of autistic college students after having graduated for 5 years are currently underemployed or unemployed in the industry (Advanced Autism Services, 2025). A model of best practices for...
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Challenge of Being an Autistic Higher Education Teacher in Brazil
This article discusses the challenge of including autistic teachers in higher education in Brazil, highlighting the scarcity of people diagnosed with autism working as university professors. In addition to these scarce university professors with autism, the first author of the article has the same...
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More Than Work: Autism, Stigma, and the Power of Belonging
What could karaoke possibly have to do with autism and workplace stigma? We’ll get to that, but first, allow us to explain what we do for a living. We are both privileged to work in the Employment Program at an agency called Job Path, where we match people with autism and other disabilities...
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Co-Mentorship: A Catalyst for Fighting Stigma and Career Success
Autistic professionals bring critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and unique insight to the workforce. Yet many face persistent stigma and misunderstanding that hinder their full participation in professional spaces. Misconceptions about communication styles, social behavior, and sensory...
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Wellbeing as a Protective Factor: Reducing Stigma and Centering Joy
There’s a deeply ingrained belief in our society, rarely said aloud but often reinforced, that autistic people can’t be happy. It shows up in lowered expectations, social exclusion, and systems that treat disability as a barrier to flourishing. This message is at the core of stigma, and it’s...
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Combating Stigma Through Community: AABR’s Program Without Walls Builds Inclusion and Purpose
At AABR, we envision a world where people of all abilities are beloved and respected — a world built not on separation but connection. Our Program Without Walls (PWW) is helping shape that world by placing adults with autism and developmental disabilities in real-life community settings where...
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The Power of Accountability in Autism and Wellness
The right course of action in life is usually a mean between two extremes. For example, if I am a student who wants to do well in school, my path runs between the opposing extremes of not studying on the one hand and consistently pulling all-nighters with the books on the other. And if this...
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Secrets to Achieving Physical, Emotional, and Mental Wellness for Individuals with Autism and/or IDD
We all know it can be difficult to stick to a consistent workout routine, healthy eating habits, and taking care of our physical and mental health needs. For neurodiverse individuals with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) – who also may have significant support needs –...
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The Profound Impact of Holistic Wellness on Individuals with Autism and Developmental Disabilities
Individuals with autism and developmental disabilities face unique challenges in maintaining their physical and emotional well-being. Sensory sensitivities, communication barriers, and co-occurring conditions often contribute to heightened stress, anxiety, and sedentary lifestyles. These challenges...
