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Conditions associated with autism (according to Google): Epilepsy, ADHD, Sleepiness/Sleep Disorders, Bowel diseases, Anxiety, Depression, Learning disabilities, Bipolar disorder, Dyspraxia (and Apraxia), Feeding/Eating disorders, Fragile X Syndrome, Down syndrome, Repetitive motions and obsessions, Delayed language skills, Headaches, Hearing impairment, Involuntary movements, Noise sensitivity, Persistent worry, Psychiatric comorbidities, Social communication and interaction challenges, Dyslexia, Eating Disorders

Autism Plus: Co-occurring Conditions and Disabilities Common in Autistic Individuals

Lyric Holmans

The post addresses the confusion around the relationship between Autism and co-occurring conditions in Autistic individuals. Parents and caregivers sometimes struggle to understand that these conditions are separate from Autism, leading to online abuse of Autistic individuals with fewer noticeable co-occurring conditions. The author advocates for broader understanding and support for Autistic adults. Continue reading Autism Plus: Co-occurring Conditions and Disabilities Common in Autistic Individuals

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The Naughty Autie in Conversation with Lyric Holmans about Autism & NeuroDiversity

Lyric Holmans

This week we’re diving into the down and dirty – from ABA to Problems with the medical model we are not afraid of or avoiding controversy. Continue reading The Naughty Autie in Conversation with Lyric Holmans about Autism & NeuroDiversity