By Delaine Swearman The year was 1987. I was seven years old and had just returned home from school. Earlier in the day I had… Read More
autism and anxiety
Finding Peace in the Midst of Chaos
By Nicolette Anderson For Liam, chaos is everywhere. For our family, chaos arises every day. In the middle of our home, while we sit to… Read More
Advice from Fellow Autistics on Managing Anxiety
Robert Watkins is feeling emotionally spent. He reaches out to his fellow autistics for their advice on managing anxiety. By Robert Watkins For the first… Read More
Can Your Child Benefit from a Snug Vest ‘Hug’?
My son Jonathan was walking through the exhibitor area at Autism Society’s Conference when he spotted “Snug Vest.” He struck up a conversation with the inventor, Lisa… Read More
Anxiety and the Pressure Cooker of Life
By Megan Amodeo Pressure. The pressure to succeed. The pressure to fit in. The pressure to be normal. Pressure leads to anxiety. Anxiety and autism… Read More
