Autism
“Girl Meets World” Is Being Called Out For Treating Autism Like “A Terminal Disease” After A “Toxic” Clip Resurfaced On TikTok
“Watching this episode in middle school was the sole reason i was terrified to tell my friends about my autism 💀”
Stephanie Soteriou
Autistic People Are Finding Community, Confidence, And Acceptance On TikTok
Autistic people didn’t always have a platform or readily available community. Now, they’re using TikTok to make connections and teach others about neurodiverse communities.
Katie Camero
“I Barely Have Anything Left To Give”: What It’s Like Parenting Kids With Autism During The Pandemic
For parents of kids with autism, the unique challenges presented by the isolation of the coronavirus pandemic have sometimes been overwhelming.
Caroline Haskins
A Woman With Autism Allegedly Endured Months Of The Most Horrific Abuse Imaginable — From Her Own Family
A 22-year-old woman with autism was allegedly abused and tortured at the hands of five of her relatives in Louisiana, according to a grand jury indictment.
Tasneem Nashrulla
The US Autism Rate Among Kids Is Still Rising, A New Report Says
The new report suggests that 1 in 59 kids fit the criteria for autism in 2014, up from 1 in 68 in 2012. Experts attribute much of the rise to better identification of black and Latino kids with the disorder.
Azeen Ghorayshi
11 Beautiful Photos That Will Change Your View On Autism
"Our mission is to empower the population affected by autism, and educate those who are not, through the use of photography, which is relatable to everyone."
Gabriel H. Sanchez
Julia, The First Muppet With Autism, Is About To Make Her Debut On "Sesame Street"
"It's important for kids without autism to see what autism can look like."
Stephanie McNeal
No One Showed Up To A Little Boy With Autism's Birthday, So His Mom Asked Facebook For Help
Hooray internet!
Ryan Broderick
