The Great Big ABA Opposition Resource List

This is a list of every English language article opposing ABA. We continue to curate this list periodically to ensure that it is a resource that … The Great Big ABA Opposition Resource List

Pride

The intersectionality of the Autistic and LGBTQIA communities is a critical topic that deserves our attention. As both identities often involve navigating societal norms and finding one’s authentic self, there is a profound commonality in the lived experiences of those who identify with both communities. Autistic individuals, like members of the LGBTQIA spectrum, frequently face […]

Let’s talk about the Autistic community

Just before my youngest child was diagnosed, I entered into the world of “autism”. That was over 18 years ago. I didn’t know anything at all so I decided to change that. I started taking every workshop, conference, presentation and training I could. I needed to understand the Autistic Experience. I specifically wanted to learn […]

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The Insidious compliance training in schools Today…

… I need to address how we are teaching Autistic children in schools today. The “why” schools are using what they are to teach Autistic children is a direct result of the under-funding, under-resourced, archaic education system that schools are now. Again, a sad reality. But, changing how we teach Autistic children only takes a shift in perception and approach. …..

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Diagnosis Part Three

Well, it’s official…. finally. I am Autistic and most probably “inattentive ADHD” as well. I mean, I already knew. This was not new information. But there was that imposter syndrome looming. Not trusting my own education and instincts, once again. I firmly believe in self-diagnosis. I really do. It is honestly a privilege. A privilege […]