High Functioning Autism | Autism in Our Nest

Autism Acceptance

March 22, 2017 Advocate, Autism, Autism Acceptance, Autism Awareness, Autism Family, Autism Parent, High Functioning Autism, Inclusion 19

As an autism parent, I spread autism awareness. I also encourage autism ACCEPTANCE. For individuals to try and understand and accept one another, regardless of their differences. Read more about autism acceptance, here.

Autism is a Diagnosis, Not a Label

March 20, 2017March 20, 2017 Autism, Autism Family, Autism Spectrum Disorder, High Functioning Autism 16

Autism is a diagnosis that describes some of the challenges my kids face. But that is not all they are. Read more about them, here!

5 Benefits of Theater Class for High Functioning Autism

March 16, 2017March 16, 2017 Autism, High Functioning Autism, Social Interaction, Social Learning, Social Skills, Theater 12

We have found many benefits of theater class for our daughter with High Functioning Autsim. Read about them here!

The Challenges of High Functioning Autism

February 17, 2017February 21, 2017 Autism, Emotional Regulation, High Functioning Autism 16

A person with high-functioning autism is high-functioning. But autism is still autism, and there are many challenges to be faced. Read about our experience here!

An Interview with Catelyn

January 21, 2017 Asperger's, Autism, High Functioning Autism 10

Catelyn was excited to sit down and talk about High Functioning Autism. Here is what she had to say!

Should we Call for Help?

January 20, 2017January 20, 2017 Asperger's, Autism, High Functioning Autism, Referrals 2

Deciding to call for help is the first step. But then, who do you call? Find out here!

Why are Boys Diagnosed With Autism More Than Girls – Part 2

January 19, 2017December 27, 2018 Asperger's, Autism, High Functioning Autism 4

After discovering many reasons why boys are diagnosed with autism 5 more time often than girls, I looked to see if Catelyn was on the path to be overlooked. Here is what I learned!