If you are a sibling, a parent or grandparent, an aunt or an uncle, a cousin, a friend, a neighbor or just a passer bye, I want to give you my perspective of the autistic brain, as a daughter and as a sister. It is important to understand that autism affects the entire family, not …
Innovations in Autism: Dr. Blythe Corbett’s SENSE Theatre®
Dr. Blythe Corbett brings a unique perspective to the world of autism research. From her early work as a paramedic and actor to her current role as a psychologist and leading autism researcher in the SENSE (Social Emotional NeuroScience Endocrinology) Lab, Dr. Corbett has constantly returned to the same question: how do we better understand …
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Navigating College Admissions with Dr. Eric Endlich
For many high school students, the college admissions process is both exciting and overwhelming. For autistic and other neurodivergent students, however, that journey can present unique challenges, from navigating self-advocacy to deciding whether or not to disclose a diagnosis. Dr. Eric Endlich, a clinical psychologist turned college admissions consultant, has dedicated his career to helping …
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Discovering the Vision of Dr. David Ruttenberg in Autism Tech
Dr. David Ruttenberg is truly the Jack of all trades. From child piano prodigy to GRAMMY™️-producer to Amazon best-selling author to earning two undergraduate degrees in electrical engineering and music, Dr. Ruttenberg has done it all. The ultimate career, however, was becoming a father at age 40. As older parents, Dr. Ruttenberg and his wife …
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New Insights: Four Subtypes of Autism Revealed by Recent Study
A new study published in Nature Genetics (2025) has identified four distinct subtypes of autism, each differentiated by their own set of unique challenges and associated with specific genetic variations. According to co-lead author of the paper Natalie Sauerwald, “For families navigating autism, understanding their child’s specific subtype can provide greater clarity and open the …
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Autism Personal Coach Founder Doug Blecher on Identity, Support, and Universal Design
As the founder of Autism Personal Coach, Doug Blecher has spent over a decade helping autistic adults navigate the complexities of everyday life through personalized support. At its core, his work is about cultivating self-trust, celebrating joy, and reshaping how we think about connection and community. My conversation with Doug explores not only what support …
Emerging Technologies in Autism Support
In the world of autism spectrum disorder, cutting-edge technological innovations are continuously brought to the forefront of research and interventions. Autism research and technology are ultimatley forming a symbiotic relationship that seems promising for improving social, cognitive, and semantic abilities. From immersive virtual reality to AI-driven storytelling, new tools are expanding possibilities for improving social, …
Celebration of Neurodivergence in Tim Burton’s Films
April is World Autism Awareness, a month that calls for awareness, education, and advocacy. This year, I wanted to do something a little different. Instead of just talking about autism, I want to amplify and highlight neurodiverse voices. Welcome back to my series Spectrum of Success. Too often, narratives around neurodiversity focus on limitations, rather …
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RFK’s Misuse of ‘Epidemic’: Autism Is Not a Disease
This week, the CDC published an updated report of prevalence and early identification of Autism among children aged 4 to 8. They found that according to data in 2022, autism prevalence in the United States has increased from 1 in 36 to 1 in 31 children. In an article published in the U.S. Department of …
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Spectrum of Success: Clay Marzo, a Surfing and Neurodiversity Inspiration
April is World Autism Awareness, a month that calls for awareness, education, and advocacy. This year, I wanted to do something a little different. Instead of just talking about autism, I want to amplify and highlight neurodiverse voices. Welcome to my new series I’m calling Spectrum of Success. Too often, narratives around neurodiversity focus on …
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World Autism Awareness Month: From Awareness to Acceptance
Today is April 1st and marks the first day of World Autism Awareness Month. Throughout this month, the ultimate goal is to be more inclusive of the community that it seeks to celebrate. Autism affects 1 in 36 children in the United States, affecting four times as many boys as girls. Since it is so …
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