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Published on Laura McKenna's Apt. 11D • Oct 9

September 2025

What Autism Parents Really Need From Trump and RFK, Jr.

Science, Resources, and Support

Published on Laura McKenna's Apt. 11D • Sep 24

August 2025

Milestones, Mine and Ian's

As time goes on, things always get better.

Aug 25 • 

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July 2025

Does "Autism Mom Guilt" Ever Go Away?

Asking for a friend

Jul 7 • 

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May 2025

Flirting With Employment

An internship is giving my autistic son a taste of employment

May 30 • 

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What is a "Good" Outcome for Autism?

We need to redefine outcomes

May 13 • 

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April 2025

College Builds Independence

Sometimes, you have to let them jump into the deep end.

Apr 17 • 

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The Rising Rates of Autism

It's Better Diagnoses, Not Vaccines

Published on Laura McKenna's Apt. 11D • Apr 16

A Vacation From Special-Needs Parenting

Whew! This is a amazing.

Apr 14 • 

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Medicaid Saves Disabled People

Cuts in Medicaid Will Cause Unfathomable Suffering

Published on Laura McKenna's Apt. 11D • Apr 12

March 2025

When Should We Start Career Planning?

Middle School

Mar 18 • 

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Bridge the Gap Between High School and Adulthood with Transition Programs

Increase Soft Skills and More On the Road Towards Independence

Mar 7 • 

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