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Teaching with an ASD Student in Class

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Teaching an autistic child in an elementary classroom can feel both deeply rewarding and a little intimidating, like being handed a super-powered gadget with no instruction manual. The good news is that you already have most of the tools you need. The trick is learning to use them a bit more intentionally. See the student,
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Unusual Stimming Habits in Young Adults and Adults with ASD and ADHD

For those well-versed in stimming and sensory processing, you know it's not just kid stuff—it evolves into sophisticated coping mechanisms as we hit adulthood. In ASD and ADHD, these behaviors adapt to handle complex stressors like work deadlines or social navigation. But let's face it, some stims get downright quirky, bordering on "wait, is that a superpower or just weird?" territory. In this piece, we dive into those lesser-discussed habits among young adults and adults, with a dash of humor to remind us that neurodivergence keeps life entertainingly unpredictable.

Living Alone on the Spectrum

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The Unseen Struggles of Independent Autistic Adults Independence is often celebrated as a major milestone in adulthood—but for many high-functioning autistic individuals, living alone is a double-edged sword. It can symbolize hard-won autonomy and self-determination, but it can also come with unique and often invisible challenges. The world may see a capable, self-sufficient adult, but
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Neurodivergence: One Brain, Endless Possibilities 🧠✨

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Let’s play a quick game: picture a person with ADHD. Did you imagine someone bouncing off the walls like a cartoon character after a gallon of coffee? Or maybe a frazzled adult surrounded by half-finished projects and to-do lists written on the backs of receipts? Now try picturing someone with autism. Is it the classic
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Is This a Phase, or Are We Just in a Side Quest?

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Raising a Young Adult with Autism (With Humor, Hope, and Help) If you’re raising a young adult with autism, then you already know: this is no ordinary parenting gig. It’s parenting on “expert mode,” with occasional detours into “What Just Happened?” territory. You’ve got to juggle transitions, independence, meltdowns and the subtle art of interpreting
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Mischaracterizing Autism Just Got Serious

We wanted to take a moment to digest some of the recent comments that have come out and frame our thoughts a little better and then approach this logically. So, put down your fidgets and get ready for the ride… A Response to RFK Jr.’s Recent Comments On April 16, 2025, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.,
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When Your Teen’s Meltdown Feels Like a WWE Smackdown

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Navigating ASD, Violence and Parental Sanity Parenting a young adult with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can feel like you’re starring in your own reality show—some days it’s heartwarming, others it’s a chaotic mix of Survivor and Nailed It! Throw in a tendency to use violence as a coping mechanism and you might find yourself Googling
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ADD Across the Ages: Young Adults vs. Adults Unraveled

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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)—or as the cool kids now call it, the inattentive subtype of ADHD—doesn’t exactly come with an expiration date. It’s not like a carton of milk you can toss when it starts to smell funky. Nope, this neurodevelopmental quirk sticks around, shapeshifting as we age. But how does it look different between
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Finding Your Flow: Stimming Tools for Young Adults

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Life as a young adult is a rollercoaster of responsibilities, expectations and the occasional moment of triumph when you remember to take the laundry out before it gets that weird funky smell. For neurodivergent individuals, this ride can be even more intense—sensory overload, social expectations and navigating everyday tasks can sometimes feel like leveling up
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School & College Accommodations: Can Fidget Toys Be Used in the Classroom?

Understanding Accommodations in Schools & Colleges For students with disabilities, accommodations ensure they have equal access to education. These accommodations are often provided under legal frameworks such as Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). One accommodation that has gained attention in
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