Having Autism Results in Shorter Life Expectancy
Disturbing news emerged late last year from a study out of Sweden that concluded individuals with autism die an average of 16 years sooner than people without it. The leading causes of death cited for people with autism were heart disease,…
‘Love on the Spectrum’ Review from an Autism Family’s Perspective
"Love on the Spectrum" is a new dating series on Netflix, featuring young ASD adults as they seek to enter the mysterious world of dating and romance.
Everyone is autistic and seeking the same. We are introduced to various characters,…
Anthony Hopkins Reveals a Late-in-Life Autism Diagnosis
As autism rates continue to climb, so too are the number of individuals who are diagnosed with ASD at a later stage in life. With expanding diagnostic criteria and better testing mechanisms in place, there is a growing trend of adults being…
Guardianship and Autism: A Crossroads in Life
Your ASD child is turning 18 and will technically be an adult. If you feel that your child will be incapable of making adult decisions on their own behalf, you can pursue a legal guardianship so that you will retain the rights to make those…
Autism Families Living with Elevated Fears of Police Encounters
The death of George Floyd in Minneapolis earlier this year has once again highlighted the ongoing and problematic issue related to police encounters between many African Americans and the law enforcement community. Years of mistrust, racial…
Insomnia and Autism
Sleep problems are very common to individuals on the autism spectrum. Up to 86% report trouble sleeping. Up until now, autism researchers and clinicians have assumed that difficulty falling asleep, waking up multiple times during the night…
Meditation and Mindfulness for Autism
Meditation and mindfulness for autism have gained wide attention as valuable treatments for autism spectrum disorders (ASD). What is the difference between mindfulness and meditation?
The Depok Chopra Center explains it thusly:…
Autism and Gaming Addiction: How Much Is Too Much?
We've previously discussed the potential benefits of video games for those on the autism spectrum which include cognitive skill development, increased creativity and enhanced social interaction with online peers. However, with the meteoric…
COVID Mask Requirements Creating Challenges For Autism Families
With COVID-19 cases showing no signs of abatement any time soon, many businesses and local governments around the country are starting to implement mandatory mask requirements to help curb the spread of the virus. As these additional safety…
Netflix To Premiere Two Autism-Related Documentaries in July
With the recent halt to Hollywood film productions and a collapse of the traditional movie theater experience due to COVID-19, Netflix has emerged as the big winner among the various stay-at-home media companies. Fresh off its success from…