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Jan 4
8 min

The Neurodiversity of a Wildcat

The movie is about ... more than just a label, and in this case, it’s about proving that you’re more than just an autistic label.

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Dec 30, 2022
41 min

The Magical Spark of Elle McNicoll

Finally... it takes a village of autistic voices to give their say on how they want the book to be done, and it takes…a kind of spark

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Dec 30, 2022
8 min

Dreams Can Live On...In a Different Way

I was able to see a reflection of myself in a 24-year-old woman who was unfortunately one of the Aurora Theater shooting victims [in 2012].

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Today will be Different, Next Year will be Better…I Promise

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Dec 30, 2022
6 min

Today will be Different, Next Year will be Better…I Promise

The way we perceive... process the world, and interact with it is not only...different because of our neurology, but helps us deal with it.

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Dec 29, 2022
8 min

A Missing Person Case: Alicia Navarro

[Nationwide] there are roughly 6.5 missing persons for every 100,000 people. Some people are members of the autism community.

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Please Stand By: A True Poetic Love Letter for the Autism Community

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Aug 2, 2022
8 min

Please Stand By: A True Poetic Love Letter for the Autism Community

"When I started [CCP], my mom used to think that she would be going to college with me because she underestimated my capabilities" ~Melissa

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Autistic DID: Autism and Dissociative Identity Disorder

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Jun 30, 2022
5 min

Autistic DID: Autism and Dissociative Identity Disorder

It’s important to know that when it comes to neurological disorders (or differences), autistic people are not just autistic alone. -Melissa

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All in a Row: The Dehumanization of Autism

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Jun 26, 2022
24 min

All in a Row: The Dehumanization of Autism

By Melissa Lushington, "Don't Cut Corners...Unless Its Cake" - Blog Series Vol. 3, Slice #6 Last year, Australian singer-songwriter...

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Autism Mom Appreciation Month: Geege Taylor from Leave it to Geege

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May 3, 2022
7 min

Autism Mom Appreciation Month: Geege Taylor from Leave it to Geege

A 'Shout Out' to all autism moms who are rearing their children in a way that shines a light on their differences. ~Melissa

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Apr 5, 2022
7 min

What Autism Means to Me

Cherish the unique way you see the world, cherish the person you are as an individual, and cherish ‘The Little Prince’ within you. ~Melissa

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Mar 2, 2022
6 min

On My Journey As An Autistic Individual

By Melissa Lushington, "Don't Cut Corners...Unless It's Cake" - Blog Series Vol. 3, Slice #3 On Wednesday November 24, 2021, I went...

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Feb 2, 2022
10 min

Black Autistic Voices: Jennifer Msumba

The Blog Series Black Autistic Voices, shares stories about autistic people of color so that Black and Brown autistics can see themselves.

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Jan 5, 2022
4 min

A Past Review and New View for 2022

I look forward to the Verge of Independence Project hosting a communication and multimedia five-week virtual workshop series in March.

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A Year of Reflection: Breaking the Walls of Autism Myths

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Dec 1, 2021
6 min

A Year of Reflection: Breaking the Walls of Autism Myths

"Autistic individuals like me want relationships and friendships with other people. We can form friendships and relationships..." -Melissa

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Finding Your Voice in a Neurotypical World

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Nov 2, 2021
6 min

Finding Your Voice in a Neurotypical World

"The Little Mermaid played an influential role in Owen's autism journey, just as a Broadway Musical influenced my autism journey." ~Melissa

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Family: It’s About Love and Perseverance

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Oct 5, 2021
9 min

Family: It’s About Love and Perseverance

Families stay together through thick and thin, not when it’s convenient and most suitable.

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Back to School While Looking Cool with Vans Shoes

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Aug 31, 2021
3 min

Back to School While Looking Cool with Vans Shoes

Kudos to Vans Shoes..The making of these autism-friendly shoes helps them celebrate more the uniqueness of every individual in all aspects.

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Crushed to Death: The Issue with Restraining Autism Meltdowns

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Aug 3, 2021
5 min

Crushed to Death: The Issue with Restraining Autism Meltdowns

The next time you see someone having a meltdown in public, DO NOT respond by throwing your entire body weight on a person restraining them.

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Jul 7, 2021
5 min

The Verge of Julia's Independence

"Julia’s role on Sesame Street goes beyond her being an autistic girl...she represents what it means to be free to be yourself. " -Melissa

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May 23, 2021
9 min

Not Like Me: Media Edition

By Melissa Lushington, "Don't Cut Corners...Unless It's Cake" Blog Series - Slice #18 Last year, I wrote a blog post for June with a...

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