An exploration of the true, human cost to removing PSA support from classes.
Supporting Needs Changes Futures
Respecting autism in the workplace
Work place environments can be difficult to navigate, especially for autistic people. At ease while focused on their own work, many autistic individuals are uncomfortable when people “drop in” on them out of the blue; negotiating office politics can be
Adult diagnoses matter for mental health
Working is a stressful thing, right? Deadlines, difficult decisions, busy schedules. Everyone can identify with those stressors. But imagine what work would be like if you had a “fight or flight” response every time someone came up to you unexpectedly.
How to manage workplace relationships, according to a 5-year-old
Facing a new work situation is stressful for everyone, but especially for autistic people. SO. MUCH. SENSORY. INPUT. And, of course, all the new people. So many new people. What do you do to make them like you? What if
Autism isn’t a disease to be cured
I have recently begun writing various articles for 30seconds.com, an excellent website that brings together tips and information from a wide range of people. My most recent piece is about the need for acceptance and accommodation to support autistic people.
Talking writing, editing, & autism at Inshes Primary
I had the great honour today of introducing 55 P7 students to the concept of Social Enterprise while also discussing what makes a great book. We had a lively conversation and these bright, interested kids jumped into activities and question
How do we change the world? One child at a time.
Sometimes, it can feel like we are making no headway, that the people who are the change-makers are not interested in the greater good, equality, or what is right. It can feel like the world is unjust & no matter
Calling all autistic authors & illustrators!
Have you always felt you had something to say, a story to tell, but couldn’t figure out the way to do it? Or has someone told you that your story doesn’t fit in with what people want to hear?
Quick Facts on Autism
These facts highlight the reasons that autistic people struggle in the typical work environment. Picture an average meeting in a room, big table, sun light streaming through blinds that are moving back and forth due to the window being open,
How Sensory Rooms Support Autism
All students – and employees – deserve to feel settled and comfortable in the environments in which they spend most of the day. Sensory rooms are an exceptional resource, one that should be prioritized for helping people recharge throughout the day.