Understanding Autism in Women Signs and Diagnosis
When diagnosing autism in adults, there are key differences between how it appears in men and women. Many women go undiagnosed for…
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Understanding the Differences Between Autism and Introversion
Autism and introversion are both often misunderstood concepts. Autistic people are often thought of as uninterested in conversation or social interaction, when…
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Comprehensive Psychiatric Testing for Mental Health
There is a NYT article that came out recently about mental health and there was a photo of a psychological test in…
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The Importance Of Self Care By Trapper Shafer
Taking Care of Yourself to Take Care of Others Caring for children, especially those with autism, can be emotionally and physically demanding.…
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The Journey of Autism Assessment By Trapper Shafer
The Journey of Autism Assessment Recognizing the Signs My twins were diagnosed with autism in mid-2021, but the assessment and support process…
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Benefits of an Adult Autism Diagnosis
For many autistic adults, receiving an official diagnosis can be a profound and life-changing experience. Before receiving a diagnosis, many individuals with…
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Why do Autistic People use Masking?
Masking is a complicated subject, and one that is often misunderstood by those who are not on the autism spectrum. This is…
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How Do You Tell Your Child They Are Autistic?
After a child is diagnosed with autism, parents face many decisions. One of the most difficult questions is how to tell the…
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The Hidden Struggles of Adult Autism by Trapper Shafer
Trapper Shafer is an autistic adult, a father to both neurotypical and autistic children, and an advocate for autism awareness. In this…
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