As many of you know, I am actively pursuing a degree in Social Work. In meeting the requirements of my curriculum, I had the opportunity to write a paper on any disorder included in the DSM-5. … Read the rest
Why is it that some “high-functioning” autistic people insist on getting a diagnosis while their friends and family may not understand the importance of an Asperger’s diagnosis. “There’s nothing that can be … Read the rest
Over the years, I have had a lot of time to think about the difficulties I had coping with social situations as a child. I often wonder if my adult life would be different had I learned earlier that I … Read the rest
Note: This article refers to person-first and people-first language interchangeably. This language is also referred to as person-centered or people-centered language in some texts. This article examines the reasons for the person-first language movement regarding the disabled, whether or not … Read the rest
The world of Autism/Asperger’s is an ever-expanding one. Each day, it seems, another blog or article pops up. With each one, come words and terms we are unfamiliar with. This glossary of autism/Asperger’s terms and definitions is designed to share … Read the rest
