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Navigating Irony: A Tale of Advocacy and Acceptance
For the past quarter century, English teachers across classrooms have wielded Alanis Morissette’s hit song “Ironic” as a teaching tool. The goal? To unravel the elusive threads of irony and illuminate its nuances for eager students. However, as we delve into the lyrical labyrinth, we find that the song’s examples often lean more toward unfortunate…
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We can answer autism’s big questions. The key is hiding in plain sight.
— By Alexander MacInnis Families affected by autism need answers to critically important questions. They have questions about many things, such as the causes of autism, effective treatments, and prevention of developmental disability in future children. Who will care for today’s children and young adults with autism when their parents can’t do it anymore? Are…
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SFASA Halloween in the News!
In the News SFASA’s Totally Unspooky Halloween with the Animals was great fun! We appreciated all the help from Animal Assisted Happiness, and imagine our surprise to find ourselves hoppping into the local news—in bunny costume no less! “SUNNYVALE — On Halloween night, kids of all ages will be hitting the streets, looking for…
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PUBLIC NOTICE: Disability Advocates Encouraged to Attend Upcoming Budget Hearings
Reposted from: Jim Frazier, Director of Public Policy, The Arc & UCP California Collaboration Last week, Governor Newsom released his May Revise 2024-25 budget plan that maintained his January proposal to balance his budget with a $1 billion cut to funding vital disability services and supports, including an additional $25 million in cuts. This devastating…
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Adult Children, Aging Out, & Self-Compassion
ROAR YOU that come to birth. And bring the mysteries, Your voice-thunder Makes us very happy. Roar, lion of the heart, And tear me open. ~Rumi It has taken me two decades to write this, and maybe that is because it has taken me this long to finally accept how disabled my autistic son is. …
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A Full Semantic Toolbox for Autism Research
A full semantic toolbox is essential for autism research and practice to thrive By Alison Singer, Amy Lutz, Jill Escher, Alycia Halladay 12/12/22 Abstract Individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) present with a highly diverse set of challenges, disabilities, impairments and strengths. Recently, it has been suggested that researchers and practitioners avoid using certain…