Autism Spectrum Disorder
April is Autism Acceptance Month
About 1 in 36 children have been identified as autistic according to estimates from CDC’s Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network. Each April, we celebrate Autism Acceptance Month to spread awareness, promote acceptance, and celebrate the Autistic Community.
Jersey City Parents Speak Up
Links & Resources
A guide for parents of autistic kids.
Discover what’s possible when people impacted by autism inspire change and build community. Together with self-advocates, family members, educators, and international autism service providers, Rachel Harmon from the Global Autism Project explores stories of challenges and breakthroughs to extend the reach of human connection and remind people that they are not alone.
Learn more about neurodiversity, the viewpoint that brain differences are normal, rather than deficits.
A twice-monthly podcast where we explore research, amplify autistic voices, and change the way we think about autism in life and in professional therapy practice.
A list of the top movies around the web featuring autism; ranging from child friendly to adult films.
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network seeks to advance the principles of the disability rights movement with regard to autism. ASAN believes that the goal of autism advocacy should be a world in which autistic people enjoy equal access, rights, and opportunities.
ASAN intern Lydia Brown explores the debate over person-first language (e.g., person with autism).
Unpacking the debate over person-first vs. identity-first language in the autism community.
Debra Muzika of the Art of Autism explores the history of the puzzle piece, the most common symbol for autism, and how people feel about it.
Autism Speaks asked their followers on Instagram what books about autism they would recommend to others and here are their answers.
Following actually autistic people on social media, reading their blogs and watching their videos can be one of the best ways to support, affirm and embrace your neurodiversity all year round — and educate others why we should be advocating for autism acceptance as opposed to “awareness.”
Many autistic people communicate using methods other than or in addition to verbal speech. Learn about augmentative and alternative communication methods.
Ten common misconceptions and realities about autism
POAC offers daily and weekly live events for families, such as Zumba, yoga, storytelling, a parent support group, webinars, and more.
Be Like Buddy offers a growing database of sensory-friendly activities across the US. Theaters, museums, sports and musical venues, hair salons and eating establishments all make the list, so the world becomes more friendly and accessible to special needs families!
A collective of Autistic people responsive to the evolving needs and trajectory of the Autistic community.
Award Winning and Breakthrough Advocate Kerry Magro knew early on that he wanted to make a difference in the lives of others. Kerry was diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS), a form of autism, at age 4. Growing up, Kerry’s future was very uncertain. Today, however, after countless hours of therapy and the support of a loving family, Kerry has conquered many of his challenges. Now, as an adult, Kerry is a professional speaker, best-selling author, movie consultant and non-profit founder.
NewMouth offers a guide for patients, parents/caregivers, and dentists.
Autism New Jersey is a nonprofit agency committed to ensuring safe and fulfilling lives for individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals who support them.
Changing the narrative about Autism and Neurodiversity through awareness, education, and engagement.
This Jersey City organization raises autism acceptance by hosting family-friendly, inclusive events throughout the year because autism isn’t just one day or one month.
