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The October Crash: Why Autistic Students May Struggle More Now
The first few weeks of school often go smoothly. Everyone is fresh, polite, and hopeful. But for many Autistic students, that “honeymoon” depends on masking—suppressing natural regulation needs and social communication differences to blend in.

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA
Oct 215 min read


What Office of Special Education (OSEP) Layoffs Happened Friday and Why This Matters to Autistic Students
With Department of Education layoffs in the news over the past few days, I thought it might be helpful to share my understanding and interpretation of what this means to many people

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA
Oct 144 min read


Skip the Worksheet: Cultivate Safety, Trust, and Rapport in Autistic Learners
When I walked into the classroom, something was deeply off — I felt it in my bones.

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA
Sep 285 min read
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