#ASDNext is designed to connect Pennsylvania teens and adults with autism to the most helpful resources and information, and with others in their community.

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Recent blogs

Getting Along in the Online Autistic Community

Rachel

Rachel blogs about the many positives and negatives of the online autism community that she's experienced. Like most things in life, there are lots of opinions about what means to have autism. She has learned to pick her battles wisely.

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How Has Being a Part of the Autism Community Impacted You?

Thomas Hassell

Thomas blogs about his "100% positive" experience as a member of the autistic community. His diagnosis allowed him to gain a better understanding of himself, opened new doors to share his story and use his leadership skills, and provided him with long-lasting friendships!

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Being a Part of the Autism Community: The Positives, Negatives, and My Indifference

Anne Brown

Anne gives her honest opinion how being in the autistic community has impacted her. While there have been lots of positives as she's learned to better understand and express herself, there are also negatives to this as well. However, from her experiences these negatives often come from outside individuals or organizations who don't truly understand autism.

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#ASDNext houses resources and information for Pennsylvania teens and adults with autism, as well as family members, caregivers, professionals and community members. Use this resource navigator to find the information most relevant to you.

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