Flying in the face of conventional wisdom, looking inward is often needed to help professionals become more effective when looking outward. Becoming a successful collaborator requires a variety of ...

What, exactly, is self-advocacy and what is its place in the autism community? Autism is a communication disorder, with a broad range of affect. Some people's autism makes them eccentric and geeky.

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Self-advocacy starts by cultivating a shock-absorbent, insulated core, where your worth, values, and strengths are kept as safe and unshakable as possible. Self-advocacy starts by cultivating a ...

When children are young, as parents and caregivers we tend to be their voice. But as our kids grow and have opinions of their own, we make the shift from being their voice to their megaphone to their ...

You are able to tell people about your thoughts and feelings. You are able to ask for what you need and want. You know your rights and you speak up for your rights. You are able to make choices and ...