There are a few things that people associate with autism – difficulty with eye contact being one of them. Read more about eye contact and the bigger picture, social defecits, here!
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Category: High Functioning Autism
“The Label”
I’ve said it before, hearing “The Label” to describe autism really gets on my nerves. Autism is a diagnosis given by professionals to help individuals affected to proper support and different therapies. Read more about the differences, here!
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Anxiety, High Functioning Autism and the Need for Control
Parenting Catelyn, with High Functioning Autism is challenging. I must always keep in mind that Cate is NOT going out of her way to not comply with something I am asking her to do. She simply cannot overcome her need to be in control.
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Who Ya Gonna Call?
Fun story of a morning routine gone haywire – catching ghosts!
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We Got This
A lot of things have been said to us through the years. Today I took the time to write them down. And focus on what is really important. My awesome kids!
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What a Journey!
Things were so very hard. I felt completely isolated and alone. As things got better, I found my voice and a great community of support. Find out more, here!
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Areas of Control and High Functioning Autism
With High Functioning Autism (HFA) Catelyn lacks social skills and how her behavior effects others. She often comes across as rude. As a visual learner, I used the following exercise to help Catelyn become more self-aware. Read about it here!
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Autism Awareness Night at the Ballpark
Every Major League Baseball team celebrates autism awareness one night in April. Here is how our special night went celebrating autism awareness near us!
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For a Chuckle!
I have spent a lot of time on the internet doing research about autism and High Functioning Autism. I found a lot of good information and lots of things to make me smile.
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Why I Will Light It Up Blue
Autism awareness is an everyday reality for our family. On April 2 we are excited to spread awareness out for World Autism Awareness Day. Find out why this first step is so important to us, here!
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