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Respectful Change: A Fundamental Misunderstanding About Autism

“Not liking change” is an ambiguous statement in and of itself because, in truth, a lot of people don’t necessarily like or immediately adapt well to change — especially changes in routine — whether they are neurodivergent or not.

Board Member Spotlight: Brad Zelinger, Founder and CEO of Stride Autism Centers

Brad Zelinger is the Founder and CEO of Stride Autism Centers, a multi-state, center-based provider of evidence-based therapy for preschool children with autism.

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Ensuring Top-Tier Care: The Importance of Quality Assurance Testing in Veterinary Management Software

Quality assurance testing is not just a technical necessity, but a cornerstone of developing reliable, efficient, and secure veterinary management software.

Webinar Registration: Unlock Your Organization’s Data with AI on July 18

Gain insights and practical strategies to leverage the full potential of your data using AI in this special webinar from Aspiritech and zerodivide.ai.

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Is There Healing in Traditional Medicine for Adults on the Spectrum?

It’s important to remember that the allopathic medical model was not designed to cater to the needs of neurodivergent individuals who may express and process/experience pain differently than neurotypical individuals.

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How Galileo’s Story Sheds Light on Neurodivergence and Self-Esteem

When you defy convention, sometimes people and society at large present antagonistic forces that don’t appreciate what you bring and need.

On the Verge Episode 3: Autistic Representation with Scott Steindorff

Producer, writer, and autism advocate Scott Steindorff spoke with the On the Verge team about his documentary, Understanding Autism, and about the need for autistic representation in entertainment.

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Help Us Build a Virtual Cookbook

Aspiritech is building a neurodiversity-friendly database of recipes, cooking instructions, and more.

Get Ready for the Aspiritech Inclusive Magic & Music Extravaganza

Aspiritech’s putting the fun in fundraising on Sunday, June 9, at Winnetka’s Community House with performances by the Awfully Good and magician John Measner.

On the Verge Episode 2: Sensory Gated Art with Amanda Hebert Hughes

Openly autistic painter and creator of the Sensory Gated Art genre spoke with Aspiritech’s On the Verge team about her neurodivergent-friendly art and creative drive.

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How Can Tacos Support Autism Employment?

HeyTaco is donating $10 to autism nonprofit Aspiritech for every G2 review it receives through May 27. Tacos, teamwork, and gratitude can make a real impact!

An Autistic Poet’s Response

“We are not a scapegoat to be used to further someone else’s ends / Those who do not wish us well should turn back while we all can still make amends.”

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An Open Letter to Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.

We’d like Secretary Kennedy to meet 100 people who will help dispel the many misconceptions about autistic people that seem to be driving a false narrative.

Quality is the Game: A New Perspective on Consumer Trust

Rather than treating quality assurance as a mere checkbox reserved for the end of the development cycle—where only the bare minimum is required—QA should be embraced as an integral part of the process.