You’ve probably heard of Autism Awareness Month, which has been celebrated every April since the Autism Society of America (ASA) first observed it in 1970. But did you know the organization made the shift to Autism Acceptance Month in 2021? Facts About Autism Once referred to as Autism Spectrum Disorder,…
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Does the Autism Symbol Send the Wrong Message A Community Debates
As far back as the 1960s, a solitary puzzle piece has been a widely used symbol throughout the Autism community. Autism Speaks, the Autism Society of America and numerous other groups have all adopted the imagery in some way, shape or form, and puzzle pieces adorn varying apparel and accessories…