Autism Toolkit of Georgia
Autism Toolkit of Georgia
With autism rates on the rise, a lot of people are wondering why autism is becoming so common. The truth is that there is no one thing causing the rise in autism. The increase in the number of autism cases is the result of several different things coming together.View Resource
Autistic people can be especially sensitive to how different types of clothing feel. They might find certain types of fabrics to be too scratchy or they may be very sensitive to how seams and tags feel. The fit of the clothing can also be a challenge for autistic people – they may struggle with clothing that feels too loose or too tight. What feels like a mild itch or slight pressure to someone without autism might feel sharp, scratchy, or unbearable to someone on the autism spectrum.View Resource
If someone suspects that they may be autistic as an adult, they may wonder if they should pursue a formal autism diagnosis. The are some pros and cons that people might consider and its important to know that getting diagnosed with autism as an adult is a different process than getting diagnosed as a child.View Resource
Inclusive Post-Secondary Education, or IPSE, is a program that helps students with intellectual or developmental disabilities go to college. These programs help students learn new things, make friends, and be part of college life.View Resource
Autistic people who are very sensitive to food textures might eat a lot of "ultra-processed foods." Ultra-processed foods are foods that have been significantly changed from their original form by undergoing extensive industrial food processing.View Resource