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"The Fourth of July can be a lot of fun but getting through it can be nerve-wracking for families of children with autism." ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

Fourth of July can be Distressing for Children with Autism

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Many kids experience sensory sensitivity

“Montel! Montel!,” they shouted as he marched into the arena with his classmates, scanning the crowd to look for familiar faces.

He waved to them with a wide grin. ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Diagnosed with autism at 3, this young man became high school valedictorian. Today he graduated from college.

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Montel Medley, of Prince George’s County, Md., majored in math and computer science at Towson Univ...

“Officer Thompson took off his helmet, slowly approached, and calmed the man down,” he says. “The man felt scared and reached out for a hug.” ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

Police officer hugs missing man with autism in viral photo

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The man with special needs was scared when spotted by the officer, and tried to run.

2 months ago

“I was always interested in making a difference and wanted to make a difference in the disability community,” she said. ... See MoreSee Less

3 months ago

Doctors said this young woman with autism might never work. Now she's a lawyer

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Haley Moss has turned her autism into a strength, becoming an advocate for neurodiversity.

"Our societies need to change, and we need people who think outside the box and we need to start taking care of each other. And embrace our differences." ... See MoreSee Less

3 months ago

Greta Thunberg, Teen Activist With Autism, Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

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"Without my diagnosis, I would never have started school striking."

3 months ago

“The thing is, this was his dream–he’s been watching Boston on YouTube videos for years and this is his dream and he’s made it there." ... See MoreSee Less

3 months ago

Sacramento Runner With Autism Finishes Boston Marathon In 3:52:03

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The Boston Marathon is over and local runner John Almeda finished in three hours, 52 minutes, and th...

3 months ago