My Travels with Autism

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Pandemic Management

When COVID began, my normal life shifted quickly and I realized that I could not do many of the things I love the most. As devastated as I was, I processed the unfortunate outcomes and made smart c…

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Health Appointments

Visiting a doctor and dentist at least twice a year or more is a part of living a healthy life. It is natural for some people with autism to have anxiety leading up to these crucial appointments. M…

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Preparation and Success in the Workplace

Once you have completed your education, the next step is to get a job. It certainly takes time to build a career you believe you will enjoy the most. Never forget, there are ways to receive assista…

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Advice for a Successful College Experience

There are countless students with an autism diagnosis planning to go to undergraduate school to earn a degree that suits their interests and desires, despite all of the doubts and negativities that…

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Perseverance beyond Bullying

Being bullied is a major issue that is beyond hurtful, and challenging to resolve. When I got teased, I didn’t feel like going to school again until I discovered the reasons the bullies were mistre…

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The ICA Motto

When I was young, I could not express myself appropriately. I always liked sitting quietly in a different zone rolling my thumbs like a wheel, and contemplating my interests. The only time I would …

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Having Role Models

A role model is someone who is an inspiration for the success you want to create. Even though I do consider myself famous for spreading autism awareness in online articles, printed magazines, and h…

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Misconceptions of the Autism Spectrum

Unfortunately, there are people in this world who lack the ability to truly know how extraordinary people with autism are in their own ways. This misunderstanding can cause individuals with autism …

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My definition of Autism

Autism is a pervasive developmental disorder primarily characterized by four difficulties: Communication Communication with any autistic individual is an ongoing art. While practicing non-verbal co…