by Teal C. | Feb 24, 2022 | Views from the Spectrum
When most people think about changes, they usually feel fear before they realize that what they might be feeling is normal. Believe it or not, everyone goes through that anxious feeling. Many people with autism (and without it) deal with fear of change constantly....
by Teal C. | Feb 11, 2022 | Uncategorized, Views from the Spectrum
How did I choose to be in the CA Residential Program? I recall in the first blog I wrote, it ended up being about my residential experience and the steps my family and I took to get me there. The experience has been such a tremendous journey and the best part...
by CA Human Services | Jan 29, 2022 | Best Practice Blog, Views from the Spectrum
It’s Not Lazy: What is Demand Avoidance and Executive Functioning? As a therapist, counselor, parent and neurodivergent person; demand avoidance is coming across my social media and news more and more. Demand avoidance or what I prefer: Persistent Drive for Autonomy...
by Teal C. | Jan 27, 2022 | Best Practice Blog, Views from the Spectrum
ASD Stigmas A stigma is, by definition, “a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality or person.” Simply put, stigmas surrounding disabilities are frustrating and dehumanizing on so many levels. The way we treat each other goes a long way to...
by Teal C. | Jan 11, 2022 | Views from the Spectrum
“Family is not about blood. It is about who is willing to hold your hand when you need it most.” While reading this quote from Arjun Sathwara, I thought about how I was raised and the family I was brought up in. I’m not related to any of the people who raised me by...
