Commitment to Care: Why Fear-Mongering Won’t Change Our Standards
The recent wave of fear-mongering in the news about autism is not just frustrating—it’s deeply harmful. It sows distrust, spreads misinformation, and threatens to undermine the safe, supportive environments our children need to thrive. It’s time for our community to lead with facts, compassion, and a commitment to neurodiversity and privacy. Autism is not a disease to be feared or “fixed”—it is a neurotype, a natural and valuable variation in human brain wiring.
Understanding the New CDC Autism Prevalence Estimates: A Parent-Friendly, Neurodiversity-Affirming Guide
The CDC’s latest numbers show that 1 in 31 children in the U.S. are now identified as autistic—a noticeable increase from previous years. But what’s behind this rise? In this parent-friendly, neurodiversity-affirming post, we explore how changes in diagnostic criteria, growing awareness, and a better understanding of autism as a spectrum have led to more children being recognized and supported. Discover why these numbers are a sign of progress, and how embracing neurodiversity can help every child thrive.
