by Teal C. | Dec 8, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum, Work-Life Balance
As a kid, I always had a difficult time with challenges even before I was diagnosed with autism. Challenges are all over the place and can come in various forms, from big to small. As an autistic person, while change has gotten easier over time, it is still something...
by Teal C. | Sep 2, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum
After someone would hear of my diagnosis, they tended to remark, “You don’t look autistic.” If someone was to ask me, this sounds like one of those dismissive phrases. I never figured out how I’m supposed to appear to someone that says that. Our bodies aren’t going to...
by Teal C. | Aug 9, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum
I’ve changed a lot since I first started as a resident at CA Adult Programs. I moved in on Father’s Day. My dad and brother helped me settle into this new idea of living independently. They made sure I had everything I needed to support me for the years to come...
by anonymous_B | Jul 28, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum
I want to tell you the social and job challenges I had and how I evolved in coping with autism as an adult. If I can do this, so can you. About 6 years, ago, I finally decided to get tested for a possible learning disability by a psychologist. I knew something was...