Autism Advocacy & Law Center

06/07/2026

Making recreation accessible for autistic adults to boost inclusion, well-being, and quality of life beyond ADA standards.

06/06/2026

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Hope is not always loud.

Sometimes it looks like trying again after a hard day.
Finding another way. Taking one small step forward. Holding on when things feel heavy.

To every autism parent, caregiver, and family who keeps showing up: we see your strength, your love, and the hope you carry — even on the hardest days. 💙

06/02/2026

When you see awareness posts about autistic children, please remember that the understanding, kindness, acceptance, and support being advocated for shouldn’t stop in childhood. Autistic adults deserve those same things too.

05/27/2026

'We can probably reduce those supports now?'

'No.'

Em 🌈

05/26/2026

While improving children's self-regulation skills is a common goal among parents, many don’t really know where to begin. Here, psychologists explain why self-regulation is important, the reasons behind children's struggles with it, methods to support its development, and, most importantly, practical tips in cultivating these essential skills. Tap the link in the first comment for more. ⬇️

05/26/2026

05/24/2026

Co-regulation is defined as warm & responsive interactions that provide the support, coaching, and modeling that children/adults need in order to understand, express, and modulate their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

This will allow more effective teaching of self-regulation, which is described as the conscious control of one’s own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

05/22/2026

Even if an autistic person does not speak or respond, they still hear your words and feel your attitude. Lets be kind, compassionate, and understanding always. 🤍

05/21/2026

Children in have experienced overwhelming amounts of fear and distress. Understanding the emotions and needs underneath children's behaviors are the gateway to deeper healing
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