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10 Things Faculty Need to Understand About Autism

By Maggie Coughlin — 2021

Maggie Coughlin shares some lessons she’s learned in understanding her own autism and how to work with her neurodiversity and that of the students she teaches.

Read on www.insidehighered.com

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“Perfect Is a Myth”—and Other Self-Esteem Boosters

Small ways to build up your confidence while accepting your imperfections—not their limitations on your life.

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Ari Tuckman
2021
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From Deficit to Superpowers: Is It Ableist to Focus on Neurodivergent Strengths?

Let’s move beyond superpowers but not forget to keep promoting our strengths.

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Nancy Doyle
2021
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Stop Fighting Your Child’s Neurodiversity: A Step-by-Step Plan for Parents in Diagnosis Denial

Your child is wired differently, and that means his life may not follow the path you envisioned. Before you can help him thrive, you must give yourself space and time to recognize the emotions that a neurodivergent diagnosis brings. Here’s how to get started embracing your new “normal.”

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Deborah Reber
2020
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The Importance of Self-Discovery: Why Your Child Needs to Probe Her Neurodiversity

Give your child the self-esteem and skills to become a self-actualized adult who embraces self-discovery. That is every parent’s goal, but it is especially challenging—and important—when your child is neurodivergent. Use these four steps to help your child on that journey.

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Deborah Reber
2021
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How Adults With ADHD Can Boost Their Confidence and Self-Esteem

Research has found that people with ADHD can be highly resilient and may be able to adapt constantly, so no matter what your history is, change is possible.

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Jacqueline Sinfield
2020
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Women with Autism: “Too Much and Not Enough”

Moving from camouflaging to self-acceptance.

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Claire Jack
2021
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Feel Like You Don’t Belong? You Might Have Impostor Syndrome

What do you do when your biggest doubter is yourself?

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Margaret Crable
2021
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