Tag Archives: Adults with autism

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  08.12.16

  It takes a child on the spectrum to raise consciousness – quote from Elain Hall

  Hello Ladies and Gentlemen. Today we have an excellent quote from Elain Hall. Feel free to read it below. Save Save...

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  18.11.16

  What might ‘touch’ be like for an autistic? – quote from Alex Lowery

  A lot of people like Physical Contact. For many people, hugs are comforting. When someone wraps an arm around you, you may feel loved, or when someone puts a hand on your shoulder, you may feel there are people who...

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  15.11.16

  ‘The Games Lesson – a memory from high school’ by Damian Sawyer

  Today we have a piece of descriptive writing by Damian Sawyer. Damian was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome in March this year, at the age of 44. This piece is about his experience of games lesson in high school. While I never went...

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  01.11.16

  All in a flap

  I recently wrote an article for the ‘Special Educational Needs’ (SEN) magazine. I wrote the article on the subject of Stimming. You can view the link to the article that’s on their site here. I also did a Fixers project on Stimming in...

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  25.10.16

  I don’t want my thoughts to die with me – quote from Temple Grandin

  Today we have some brilliant words of wisdom from Dr. Temple Grandin. These are very Powerful words that should be listened to. Save Save...

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  15.08.16

  My Diagnosis by Lauren Smith

  Today we have a guest article Lauren Smith, who is on the autism spectrum and is very passionate about raising autism awareness. This article is about her diagnosis of autism in 2012. You can view a link to her Original...

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  26.07.16

  In the Key of Genius: Derek Paravicini and Adam Ockelford at TED Talks

  Here is a TED Talk about the autistic musical genius, Derek Paravicini. He is amazing at playing the piano! Feel free to watch.  ...

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  08.07.16

  Inflexible Thinking by Tom Bowes

  Today we have a guest article by Tom Bowes, who is 27-years old and is on the autism spectrum. He can be featured on the ‘Autistic Genius’ YouTube Channel. He’s given me permission to share one of his blog posts...

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