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Few moments are more terrifying for a parent or caregiver

In the autism community, one of the most fiercely debated topics is how to refer to people on the spectrum. While some prefer the term ‘people with autism’, others lean towards ‘autistic person’. Then there are those who remain indifferent, and prefer to take a tomato [tomayto]; tomato [tomahto] view of things. When a post in our Facebook group sparked fervent discussion, we realized this isn’t a simple matter of semantics. We felt it was important to get to the bottom of this because there’s no denying the power of words. More than simply conveying meaning, words convey sentiment and ultimately shape how people are perceived.

Having a child with autism can mean a lifetime of

Designing a GPS tracker for kids may seem an easy endeavor. Make it durable and make it small, and hopefully hard to lose! When the AngelSense team set to create the Guardian GPS Tracking Device, they had more than just a child locator in mind. They were specifically creating a monitoring solution to provide full day visibility into the day of children with special needs – children who might have sensory issues, or potential obsessive behavior.

Autism community safety is a daily, real-world concern for families

Is AngelSense Worth It? Not all GPS tracking devices are

Note: At the time of this article Asperger’s was a

Lopsided and gloopily glued craft projects are a hallmark of childhood. Sharing time with your children to do these fun activities can present issues for kids with sensory issues, for example. Setting up a Valentine’s Day project that is attuned to their strengths and modified for comfort will make for a fun afternoon!

Ashley, grabbing her morning coffee at work, overhears a conversation