One of the first friends I remember having in my life is a girl named Jane. I was about 7 years old and I had always had a hard time connecting with friends; even though I really wanted to have some, it just didn’t come naturally. Jane was different. I met her at school and […]

One trait that most people with Autism do have in common is that we have no idea how to go about building normal relationships. Or even maintaining existing relationships. It’s a constant struggle, and one that I’ve learned somewhat to manage, if poorly at times. As a child, I was utterly clueless. I knew that […]

This month we are pleased to introduce J, an adult with Autism, who has offered to share her thoughts, advice and inspirations.  In writing her series Faking Normal, J.'s goal is to help people understand what it's like to be someone on the Autism spectrum, and to offer hope to others with Autism and their […]

The Obama administration said Tuesday that the vast majority of the 6.5 million students with disabilities in U.S. schools today are not receiving a quality education, and that it will hold states accountable for demonstrating that those students are making progress. U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan says states must ensure progress for students with disabilities. […]