“Navigating Transitions Across the Lifespan”
About This Issue
Autistic individuals and their families face complex challenges at every stage of life, from school and early adulthood to parenting and aging. This issue explores strategies, supports, and perspectives that help navigate these transitions with confidence, dignity, and independence.
Featuring insights from self-advocates, parents, educators, and clinicians, this issue covers education, employment, independent living, family life, aging, and healthcare transitions — offering practical tools and guidance to foster growth and well-being across the lifespan.
Articles in This Issue
* “Autism Class”: Teaching Students in K-12 Autism Schools About Who They Are
“Just Let Me Try”: Autistic Self-Advocates Redefine Independence
* A Special Education Adventure to Autonomy
A Therapist’s Guide to Teaching Autistic Adults Self-Directed Living Skills
* Becoming an Autistic Mother: Navigating Pregnancy, Parenthood, and Support
Building Futures: Transition Planning and Success for Autistic Youth at StarUnite Café
Building Meaningful Lives: How Moving Forward Towards Independence Supports Neurodivergent Adults
Equipping Communities for an Aging I/DD Population: Challenges, Solutions and Advocacy
* Finding Strength in Stress: An Autistic Author’s Journey Through Crisis and Recovery
From Children’s Program to Adult Residential Care: Navigating Systems and the Hurdles of Transition
* From Dissertation to Destination: Navigating the Post-PhD Transition to Employment
Helping Autistic Children Cope with Divorce and Co-Parenting Transitions
Hiring Autistic College Graduates in STEM: A Best-Practices Model
How to Choose the Right Career Path as an Autistic Adult
Let Them Be: Supporting Neurodivergent Young Adults Through Independence
Letting Go, Holding On: Life After Raising an Autistic Son
* Navigating Change on the Autism Spectrum: My Journey to Grad School
Navigating Lifespan Transitions for Autistic Older Adults: Aging, Independence, and Dignity
* Navigating the School-to-College Transition: A Guide for Families of Autistic Students
Preparing for Aging and Transitions for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Recognizing and Addressing Loneliness in Autistic Seniors
Supporting Families Through the Transition from School to Adult Life
Supporting Neurodivergent Children in the Transition from Pediatric to Adult Healthcare
The Transition to Adulthood: Bridging Skill Gaps to Strengthen Community Inclusion
* Transitioning to Life as an Autistic Senior Citizen: We Need Much More Information
Vocational Skill Building Improves Transition Outcomes for Young Adults with Autism and Low Vision
Wellbeing as a Buffer: Helping Autistic Individuals Thrive Through Life’s Transitions
When School Ends: The Hidden Crisis Facing Adults with Profound Autism
When Systems Don’t Fit: Navigating Lifespan Transitions for People with Profound Autism
When Transitions Become Routine: Supporting Autistic Adults Through Daily Change
* Indicates an article written by an Autistic Adult
