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Ten Lessons in Love from Lucy, My Assistance Dog
Ten years ago, Autistic Autism researcher and multi-artist Dr Dawn-joy Leong rescued Lucy Like-a-Charm from the Greyhound racing industry. What started as a simple pet-owner relationship blossomed into a cherished symbiotic support partnership. Here, Dawn-joy shares the many gifts Lucy has brought to her life.
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“Just Ask Me”: The Importance of Respectful Relationships Within Schools, a summary for non-academics
- News Research summaries
- April 28, 2022
In this research, published in mid-2021, Autistic and non-autistic researchers set out to understand the school experiences of Autistic young people and adults (aged 16-67). Their aim was to understand the interactions Autistic people experienced within the educational environment, and what barriers and enablers were present for Autistic inclusion and participation.
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My Autistic Journey and the Birth of Au-some Women
- Blogs
- February 09, 2022
Following the diagnosis of her son, Natalie Garmson had a lightbulb moment that explained her life to date – she, too, is Autistic. Unable to find any support groups specifically for Autistic women, she set out to create Au-some Women where women meet in person or online and share their lived experience, insight and tips, and empower each other to love their authentic selves.
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Divergent love: Navigating love and relationships as an Autistic adult
- Blogs
- August 19, 2020
What constitutes a successful relationship when you’re Autistic and in love? Join guest blogger, Stevie Lang, as they explore some key elements of having a healthy and happy relationship.