In 2014, two women saw a video that broke their hearts. Teens had bullied a boy with autism online, humiliating him in front of the world. Instead of just feeling upset, they decided to act. Both loved skateboarding and...
Families in Napa now have access to a new fitness program designed specifically for children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. The program, called Kidisthenics, was started in San Diego in 2018 by behavioral specialist Arlene Lopez...
July is Disability Pride Month, a time to recognize and celebrate people with disabilities, not just for their challenges, but for their strength, creativity, and uniqueness. A Teen-Led Music Class That Welcomes Everyone A group of teens in California...
California is a great place for people with disabilities. The state doesn’t just follow the basic rules set by the government—it adds extra rules to make things even better. That means that if your loved one is experiencing sensory...
If you’re familiar with stand-up comedy, you know that one of the best things about it is how comedians turn real-life challenges into something funny. That’s precisely what Nina G does. She has a stutter and dyslexia, and instead...
Visiting a busy museum can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially for people with sensory sensitivities. That’s why the California State Railroad Museum has worked with KultureCity to become officially sensory-inclusive. With this certification, the museum has added special supports, like...
Sean Mini didn’t just land an internship—he found a place where his mind is seen and valued. He’s the first to join the UC Davis Neurodiversity Internship Program, a paid position in medical coding designed specifically for neurodivergent individuals,...
A recent study by Dr. Cristian Preciado found that when babies don’t get enough oxygen before they’re born, most commonly due to complications during pregnancy, it leads to a condition called “hypoxia.” Babies who experience this are more likely...
On Tuesday, the 15th of April, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a report stating that there has been an increase in the number of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). According to their findings,...
The CDC has reported a steady increase in the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, with one out of every 36 8-year-old children now being identified as autistic. There has been a claim that this increase is due to the...
