Her Campus at Pitt
Is It Time To Re-Evaluate The Status Of Autism As A “Disorder”?
Autism is, and always has been, a very poorly understood condition.
Her Campus at UCF
Infantilizing Disabled People Jeopardizes Democracy
Elon Musk has been criticized for varying controversies since becoming a part of Trump's cabinet, and thus a leader in the American government. While he is dangerous, the infantilization...
Her Campus at CWU
Facts You May Not Know About Women with Autism
I think it is important to talk about how autism affects women because autistic women are more likely to be misdiagnosed and to receive a late autism diagnosis compared...
Her Campus at NCSU
Being Autistic On Campus
When I was nine years old I was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, which is now just called High Functioning Autism or ASD in the United States. Although the label...
Her Campus at CWU
Misconceptions of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Acceptance Month is not the only time to be learning about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Learning about Autism does not end at the conclusion of Autism Acceptance Month....
Her Campus at UCT
Why Quinni from Netflix’s Heartbreak High is the Neurodivergent rep we’ve been waiting for
There’s a pretty long list of things that Netflix’s new show Heartbreak High has done right. From a stellar, and diverse cast that feels like a breath of fresh...
Entertainment
3 Shows That Actually Feature People On The Autism Spectrum
While many shows inaccurately depict people with autism, there are a few shows out there that accurately and inclusively feature people with autism.
Her Campus at SPU
The Erasure of Women From the Autism Spectrum Disorder
My best friend throughout high school was a bright and bubbly person. She always knew how to cheer you up, would listen to your stories, and understood what you liked...
Her Campus at Buffalo
#RedInstead: Don’t #LightItUpBlue for Autism Awareness MonthÂ
April marks the beginning of Autism Awareness Month and Autism Speaks’ “#LightItUpBlue” campaign. Companies light up their company headquarters along with prominent structures such as the CN Tower, the...
Her Campus at GCU
Autism Awareness
April 2nd is world autism awareness day. On this day neurotypical family members of those who are autistic choose to display a puzzle piece or wear a ribbon with...