Let’s talk brass tacks. While this administration is playing Trojan horse with the issue of an Autism Registry (which is unconscionable), even more disturbing news is being released to less fanfare. First, let’s review.  Robert Kennedy Jr. is ableist, anti-science, anti-American, and anti-autism. Now that we have reviewed the facts, lets wade into the waters.…

The word is out.  Robert Kennedy, Jr. and the NIH are going to create a database of the health records of autistic individuals in order to work to uncover the causes of autism.  Where is this health information coming from?  Medicare and Medicaid records as well as private insurers, the VA, and the Indian Health…

[Disclaimer.  I do not believe that autism is a tragedy.  My personal experience with autism has led me to understand that for some, it is not benign either.  Given the current political climate, I am adding the disclaimer that my support for the autistic community is very deep and personal, and that this blog is…

The sentiment that I often hear is that individuals seeking autism evaluations are looking for explanations of social isolation, bullying, exclusion, or social awkwardness outside of themselves.  I want to be a normal zebra not an abnormal horse is a powerful statement made to me by a client years ago.  This urgency is so relatable.…

Many  parents and caregivers have signed their autistic children up for summer enrichment camps during their childhoods.  These camps have provided social skills training, help with life skills, and important educational opportunities.  When children turn 18,  these camp-style activities dry up. The needs of our kiddos do not change though.  It can be hard to…