May 29, 2024

Researchers find key differences in brain development between autistic boys and girls

As Professor Christine Wu Nordahls put it, it is clear that there exists a bias towards males in the diagnosis of autism, which could be attributed to the underdiagnosis of females. As you probably already know, autism affects more...

May 19, 2024

Autism: Moving from Awareness to Acceptance

April marks National Autism Acceptance Month, first recognized by President Reagan 36 years ago. Its focus has evolved to promote respect, debunk stigmas, and celebrate the unique talents of individuals on the autism spectrum. As per APA, autistic traits...

Apr 11, 2024

Celebrating Exceptional Educators: Sacramento’s Impact on Special Education

Great educators are the lifeblood of Danville, California’s tranquil community. They are crucial to the development of our youth, and their unwavering commitment deserves recognition and celebration. Nichole Espinoza, a special education teacher at Greenbrook Elementary School, stands out...

Mar 21, 2024

Sacramento State’s Disability Cultural Center: Inspiring Change for the Future

In line with Disability Pride Month, Sacramento State University has embarked on a groundbreaking journey by unveiling an innovative Disability Cultural Center in July 2023. This life-altering project aims to give students with disabilities access to a safe, welcoming, and...

Mar 16, 2024

Robotics in Libraries: A Fresh Approach to Teaching Children with Autism

Technology nowadays is so omnipresent that it’s hard to imagine life without it. It streamlines our routines and helps us in ways we never imagined. One of the most heartwarming examples of this can be found in the Santa...

Mar 03, 2024

Understanding Autism Through a Child’s Eyes: The Inspiring Journey of Alex Grievous

In the bustling corridors of David Lubin Elementary School in East Sacramento, an eleven-year-old boy named Alex Grievous faced the kind of challenges that many kids with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) confront – feeling different and misunderstood. But unlike...

Nov 19, 2020

Q & A with “Lego Boy” Brynjar Karl

What is your full name? “Brynjar Karl Birgisson.” What is your mother’s full name? “Bjarney Sigrun Ludviksdottir.” What is your grandfather’s full name? “Ludvik Baldur Ögmundsson.” Why do you have a different last name than your mother or grandfather?...