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How to End a Conversation Politely

Starting conversations is hard enough, but learning how to end a conversation politely will increase your confidence in starting them. Learn

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How to Create New Habits by Leveraging Old Ones Through Habit Stacking

By Patty Laushman We’re all creatures of habit, and we tend to do things the same way day after day. But what if you want to break out of...

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How to Improve Your Empathetic Listening Skills

Learn what empathic listening is, how it can be challenging for autistic individuals, and how they can improve their empathic listening skil

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Pros and Cons of an Adult Autism Diagnosis

By Patty Laushman I speak with many adults who suspect they are on the autism spectrum. Often their child has been recently diagnosed,...

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How to Enjoy the Holidays as an Autistic Adult

Are you an autistic adult who struggles to enjoy the holidays? If yes, then read this post to learn how to make this jolly time of year more

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Stimming: It's Not Just for Autistics Anymore

By Patty Laushman When you think of stimming, you might picture autistic children who flap their hands or pace back and forth. But the...

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Best Online Autism Tests

By Patty Laushman There are generations of parents and grandparents with kids and grandkids being diagnosed with autism right now. If you...

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Signs of Asperger’s or High Functioning Autism in Adults

Discover signs of Asperger's or high functioning autism in adults, also referred to as mild autism and now diagnosed as autism spectrum diso

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What is the Spoon Theory of Autism?

Discover the spoon theory of autism, how it applies to autistic individuals, and how knowing about this theory can be used for their benefit

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Parenting the Child You Weren't Expecting: Welcome to Holland

Reprinted with the author’s permission, read the essay "Welcome to Holland" to learn what raising a child with an unexpected disability can

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8 Worst Jobs for Autistic Adults

What are the worst jobs for autistic adults? Learn about the red flags that can suggest a job isn't for you and ways to find a great job as

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10 Best Jobs for Autistic Adults

Discover tips for finding the best jobs for autistic adults, which jobs are best based on thinking style, and what to look for in an employe

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988: The New U.S. Suicide and Crisis Hotline

The 988 suicide and crisis hotline in the United States saves lives and has resources specific to neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ individuals. Rea

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How a Body Double Can Help You Focus Better and Be More Productive

Learn how body doubling can allow individuals with autism, ADHD, AuDHD, or general executive functioning challenges to enjoy tasks they othe

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How We Got Our Teen to Do a Major Un-Fun Chore Without Complaining

Read this anecdote about my husband and me asking our son to pick up Legos. The methods used in this post can help you get your teen to do a

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How to Overcome Teeth Brushing Challenges as an Autistic Adult

Learn strategies that help autistic adults overcome teeth brushing challenges. Includes tips to make brushing more sensory and executive fun

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911 For Autism Parenting Burnout

Autism parent burnout is not just for parents of kids. If you're parenting an autistic teen or adult, check out these tips for burnout preve

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7 Tips for Getting Out the Door in the Morning

Struggling to get out the door in the morning? Check out these 7 tips for getting out the door and starting your day with less stress.

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