#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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Work

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School

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Independence

Recent blogs

Loving Yourself as Yourself

Sarah Matincheck

Like a lot of people, Sarah's body has changed over the years. Her mental body image, stress, and eating habits changed too. As time went on, she realized that she had developed some bad habits. She was able to ask her parents for help and support during that time. She learned a lot of helpful ways to stay healthy.

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Being a Part of the Autism Community

Penny

Penny often used to feel different from her peers before she got her autism diagnosis. After she received it, she was able join two autism groups that she really enjoys a lot, where she feels heard and understood. She's proud to be a member of this fantastic community!

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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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Transition Resources

#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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