Note: This post discusses the topic of filicide and violence against people with disabilities. Take caution in reading, and be mindful of how it may impact you. Your mental health is always important. On March 1st, my college campus will feel a little different. Usually, March is the month of midterms, spring break, and a … Continue reading Disability Day of Mourning
Author: Courtney
An Open Letter to Parents and Caregivers
To the parents of kids with disabilities: Take it easy. Take a breath. Be gentle on yourselves. More importantly, be gentle on your kiddos. Parenting is difficult, no matter how typical your child is (or isn't). It's tough, especially when you have to worry about things that other parents don't. Those late nights where no … Continue reading An Open Letter to Parents and Caregivers
Life Updates!
Apparently, the beginning of 2018 brings a lot of change. It's not something that a lot of people like, but for autistics - even more so. Even when the changes are great. Over the winter break, I moved dorms! It's a lot bigger than what I'm used to, and it has a laundry room in … Continue reading Life Updates!
Hope Defeats Fear, Every Time
It's that time of the year again. The semester slowly begins to drag itself to an end, the weather chills and bites, and the Christmas music plays on a continuous rotation in every store (despite the fact it's barely even November yet). For many, the holiday season is a time of excitement and joy. … Continue reading Hope Defeats Fear, Every Time
A Label on Functionality Labels
Note that this article contains a discussion on functioning labels, medical bias against autistics, and similar topics in the autism community. Since writing this post, my support needs have changed considerably due to traumatic brain injuries and other conditions. Since being a full-time AAC user, I've found the exact opposite to be true. People no … Continue reading A Label on Functionality Labels
