“It is debilitating, mind warping, and disturbing.”
OCD Is So Much More Than Cleaning Obsessively
‘THIS is my wake up call. I took charge of my health once and for all. NO MORE dismissive doctors being the drivers of my journey.’: Chronic illness warrior advocates for herself, ‘I can only control my attitude’
“I never thought the ‘pesky problems’ would become an illness. I felt like I was going CRAZY. No one believed me! I can’t control my circumstances, but I CAN control how I handle them.”
Kind Beef Barn Employees Go Above And Beyond To Accommodate Boy With Autism
“Thank you to the employees at Beef Barn for your kindness, compassion, and willingness to support and include ALL members of the community. I am forever grateful for those who stand in the gap.”
Dear Stranger, Thank You For Helping My Son With Autism During A Meltdown When Everyone Else Fled
“I looked down with tears in my eyes as I absorbed my son’s kicks. Suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder. ‘How can I help?'”
Dear Son With Autism, Keep Making Your Happy Noises
“Laugh. Giggle. Hum. Squeal. Never stop. No matter what. Just keep being you.”
‘My name is Cooper. I have autism, but I still LOVE CANDY! TRICK-OR-TREAT.’: Mom pushes for inclusive Halloween
“Last year Cooper made it to exactly three houses before he pushed a pumpkin off a deck and tried to bust into the house to watch TV. He also walked backwards the whole time. Yes, backwards.”
My Baby Was Born With Pfeiffer Syndrome, And I Wouldn’t Change Her Uniqueness For The World
“Her differences make her who she is, and she’s absolutely wonderful.”
Rouses Market Employee Earns $135k After Act Of Kindness For Teen With Autism
“He could have ignored him. He could have made an excuse. Instead, he let him have his moment, and in turn, gave my family a moment we will never forget.”
Kind Teacher Carries Student With Cerebral Palsy So They Can Attend Field Trip
“I was determined to bring Maggie along. It was never the question if she could go, but rather how she could go.”
Dear TSA, Thank You For Treating My Son With Autism Like A Human
“He’s 13 and has autism. When we walked through your doorway at 5 a.m., there were people everywhere.”