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An unrealistic representation of autism: BBC’s Dinosaur misses the mark

An unrealistic representation of autism: BBC’s Dinosaur misses the mark

by guest writer Isla Whateley
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Elizabeth Wright
DWP Reform is Needed for Autistic Women.

DWP Reform is Needed for Autistic Women.

guest writer Lydia Wilkins explains why the benefits system isn’t working for women like her.
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Elizabeth Wright
The Writer — meet activist Tara Moss.

The Writer — meet activist Tara Moss.

Human rights activist, “forensic tourist,” and author…
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Elizabeth Wright
Stores, add a seat

Stores, add a seat

A quiet place to sit is the best disability accommodation businesses can make
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Johanna Haas
The Sensory Friendly Handbag Is Coming Your Way.

The Sensory Friendly Handbag Is Coming Your Way.

by guest writer Lydia Wilkins.
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Elizabeth Wright
We Already Have a Name for That: why “zoom” fatigue is nothing new.

We Already Have a Name for That: why “zoom” fatigue is nothing new.

by guest writer Charlotte Hyde.
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Elizabeth Wright
The Hidden Cost of Being Left Off the Group 6 List.

The Hidden Cost of Being Left Off the Group 6 List.

by guest writer Sarah Wall.
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Elizabeth Wright
Vaccine FOMO is Real When You’re Autistic.

Vaccine FOMO is Real When You’re Autistic.

by guest writer Lydia Wilkins.
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Elizabeth Wright
Why I love using a SmartDrive MX2 Power Assist…

Why I love using a SmartDrive MX2 Power Assist…

… and how it has revolutionised my wheelchair.
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Bredonda Freeman
Disabled Women Want Sex Too!

Disabled Women Want Sex Too!

by guest writer Kate Allatt
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Elizabeth Wright
High school on the autism spectrum

High school on the autism spectrum

1980s West Virginia was not an enlightened place
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Johanna Haas
We Need Support too — disability schemes for Autistic women.

We Need Support too — disability schemes for Autistic women.

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Elizabeth Wright
Why I Don’t Want Things to go Back to “Normal”.

Why I Don’t Want Things to go Back to “Normal”.

It’s been a crap year and a bit and for disabled people it’s been even worse.
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Rachel Charlton-Dailey
Turning 30 Is Scary… To Some.

Turning 30 Is Scary… To Some.

Disability, health and celebrating the birthday milestones.
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Bredonda Freeman
The Hidden Cost of Being Left Off the Group 6 List.

The Hidden Cost of Being Left Off the Group 6 List.

by guest writer Sarah Wall.
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Elizabeth Wright
Autistic, Single and Living Alone — everything you need to know.

Autistic, Single and Living Alone — everything you need to know.

by guest writer Lydia Wilkins.
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Elizabeth Wright
Until Our Basic Human Rights Are Met, Autism Awareness Month Remains An Empty Gesture.

Until Our Basic Human Rights Are Met, Autism Awareness Month Remains An Empty Gesture.

by guest writer April Ryan.
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Elizabeth Wright
No-one Told Me Life Was Gonna Be This Way.

No-one Told Me Life Was Gonna Be This Way.

by guest writer Jennifer Greenberg
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Elizabeth Wright
The Best Books About Autistic Women by Autistic Women.

The Best Books About Autistic Women by Autistic Women.

by guest writer Lydia Wilkins.
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Elizabeth Wright
3 Mothers Talk Home-Schooling during the Pandemic

3 Mothers Talk Home-Schooling during the Pandemic

I believe one of the most beautiful things about our humanity during times of crises, is our ability to laugh. When the shock, confusion…
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Tšhegofatšo Ndabane
“Neurotypical passing” ignores my difficulties, as well as the amazing parts of being autistic.

“Neurotypical passing” ignores my difficulties, as well as the amazing parts of being autistic.

by guest writer Charli Clement.
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Elizabeth Wright
It’s Autism Awareness Week and All We Want Is To Be Accepted.

It’s Autism Awareness Week and All We Want Is To Be Accepted.

by guest writer Lydia Wilkins.
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Elizabeth Wright
Kanye Helped Me Tell My Brother I’m Bipolar.

Kanye Helped Me Tell My Brother I’m Bipolar.

by guest writer Jennifer Greenberg.
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Elizabeth Wright
Me and My Brain Tumour.

Me and My Brain Tumour.

by guest writer Amy.
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Elizabeth Wright
Face Blindness, What is That?

Face Blindness, What is That?

by guest writer Lydia Wilkins.
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Elizabeth Wright
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