Here’s your friendly reminder that autism and seizures sometimes go hand in hand. Not always, but sometimes it does. Person with blonde hair and glasses is wearing a light green/blue shirt and a black cardigan. They have several electrodes glued to their head for an EEG to test for seizures. Had an ambulatory EEG this … Continue reading Autism and Epilepsy
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Why Autism Acceptance?
Happy Autism Acceptance Day! April is generally one of my least favorite months, but I'm trying really hard to focus on it being Autism Acceptance Month - instead of paying as much attention to all the harmful "light it up blue" things. I'm too close to burnout to be able to deal with it this … Continue reading Why Autism Acceptance?
We’re Listening
Content note: this is a very emotional post and talks about some distressing things. I'm in several online autism-centered parent groups. This is mainly so I can offer support and also learn - as I like learning about resources around to help advise families and friends. Want to know a secret? I hate it. You … Continue reading We’re Listening
Executive Functioning and Independent Living
This past Saturday, I presented at the 2nd Annual Southeast Adult Autism Symposium! It was a very fun experience, and I met lots of interesting people. As always, I try to upload the presentation information online. I know it's difficult for some people to attend these events, whether it's due to cost, distance, or other … Continue reading Executive Functioning and Independent Living
Just Keep Stimming! 