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1-in-44: With or without autism, daily life is a delicate wire to cross

Monday, June 26, 2023 Emily Reily 2

These are genuinely funny scenes (if cringe comedy is your thing). These also seem like situations autistic people might struggle with. In the first, the tour guide says the participant could swear, so really, what was he doing wrong? Robinson’s character didn’t get the memo that yes, it’s okay to swear, but at least keep f-bombs and dirty language reasonable. READ MORE

The evolution of a logo – and how to represent the autism spectrum

Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Emily Reily 0

When brainstorming a logo for this column, I thought of phrases like “Solving the puzzle” or “Missing pieces.” I immediately thought of the single, multicolored puzzle piece which has historically been an established symbol when talking about issues related to autism. READ MORE

One in 44: Autism spectrum disorder and finding answers

Monday, April 3, 2023 Emily Reily 0

I remember the day I decided to speak up about my child. We had just come home after a birthday party at a trampoline park. She had had a meltdown at the party but we couldn’t figure out why. The tears didn’t seem to match what was happening. Why would she be THIS upset about not getting her turn / having to leave, the party / whatever the transition happened to be at the time. READ MORE

Meet my daughter: Smart, funny, beautiful and among the 1 in 44

Monday, March 20, 2023 Emily Reily 0

I decided to write this column to help bring awareness about autism, to share stories and information, to hopefully dispel some common myths, and to be a mini support system for friends, family and caregivers of someone with ASD. READ MORE