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Understanding Masking: A Neurodiversity-Affirming Perspective

Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024

Many autistic people and people with other neurodivergences (e.g., ADHD, Touretteā€™s) experience pressure to alter their natural ways of being to conform to neurotypical social expectationsā€”a practice known as masking. Masking emerges from the pressure autistic people often face to modify their natural expressions and behaviors in response to neurotypical social expectations to ā€œfit in.ā€…

A Letter of Gratitude and Love from the Clinical Team

Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024

During this Thanksgiving season, members of the Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) clinical team reflected on their gratitude for the individuals and families they serve. Here is what they had to say, in their own words. ā€œWhat a blessing it is to work with these families. It feels like such an honor to be…

Toilet Training for Autistic Children: Potties and Patience

Wednesday, Nov 06, 2024

Toilet training for autistic children involves learning many different skills. It is no wonder this phase of development is stressful for many parents and children. If you are a caregiver just getting started with toilet training, you might consider first watching our pre-recorded webinar: ā€œToileting Without Tears.ā€ If you are a caregiver who has already…

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