Autism and mental health are complex subjects. Here are some guidelines we use when choosing how to write about them. Person first? Identity first? It depends. When we’re writing about a person’s ...

It’s important to look at the intent and context behind usage. Identity-first language can be negative if it’s not accompanied by empathy or respect. For years, the autism community has grappled with ...

You might have noticed in this story that I used the phrase “people with disabilities” a lot instead of using things we’re used to seeing or hearing more often like “handicapped” or “disabled.” You’ve ...