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An Abundance of Talent Waiting to be Tapped

Posted on October 7, 2019 by Dr. Bucher

With the just announced ultra-low U.S. unemployment rate (3.5%), it’s easy to assume that everyone is benefitting.  Unfortunately, that’s not the case.  Unemployment for those with disabilities, and particularly adults with autism, is astronomically high.  Some estimates peg the rate … Continue reading →

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Inclusion is Harder, Not Easier

Posted on September 4, 2019 by Dr. Bucher

Recently, I was reading a new book by the mother of an adult son with autism.  On the back cover, she describes how reading her book will change us.  First, she says, it will “convince you inclusion is easier than … Continue reading →

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Discrimination and National Autism Awareness Month

Posted on March 24, 2017 by Dr. Bucher

In a little over a week, we will begin “celebrating” National Autism Awareness Month.  We will highlight children who have made unbelievable progress in spite of their “limitations,” inclusion at schools and in the workplace, awareness and acceptance, and parents … Continue reading →

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