With the tragic events unfolding regarding the recent school shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary, we here at Autism Women’s Network send our heartfelt condolences to all the families. It is unimaginable what they are going through at this time. The loss of so many innocent lives is unspeakable and heartbreaking.

With a few media sources reporting that the shooter is on the autism spectrum, we want to make an appeal that reporters and news outlets tread carefully in this regard. First, nothing has been confirmed about any possible diagnosis the shooter may have had.

Secondly, there is zero evidence linking planned crimes to autism. It cannot be stressed enough that autistic people, as well as all people with disabilities, are more likely to become victims of violence and crime rather than the perpetrators of such: Crime Victims with Developmental Disabilities.

The really tough parts of Asperger syndrome are obviously the most difficult to talk about, but if we don't... if we pretend life with AS is all jolly and cheer-filled, then we set ourselves up for certain failure.

This book was exceptionally hard for me to write because it shows my vulnerability and because it made me remember things I wish I could forget; things I wish never happened. Nevertheless, I am glad...

Rachel Cohen-Rottenberg beautifully captures a compilation of messages which beckons understanding and acceptance of autistic people who have always been here, woven within the fabrics of society.

This anthology is a collection of poems and short stories from autistic people who are over the age of 35 from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia.

_{Both paperback and kindle versions are available on Amazon.}

_{November 2012 Newsletter}