Content note: child death. I was once asked, “what’s a misconception people have when they look at you, as an autistic AAC user? What do they not see?” Honestly, I could’ve answered with many things – and I generally respond with my advocacy scripts that I’ve carefully crafted over time. Things like “not seeing my … Continue reading Misconceptions
Tag: grief
Autism in Grief
Content is very heavy and emotional. Please take care of yourself if reading. Grief: noun; deep and poignant distress caused by or as if by bereavement I've found that death isn't something people want to talk about. It's one of those things that everyone knows exists - but no one acknowledges it. Over the years, … Continue reading Autism in Grief
Anger
Content note for filicide and violence against people with disabilities. If I have to read about one more parent who says that they wish their child was dead, I will scream. Straight up, I have read "I wish I could kill my child" and "I would rather my kid just be dead already than have … Continue reading Anger
Disability Day of Mourning
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