Autism Language Guidelines
Written by Marisa Hamamoto Quoting Reverend Desmond Tutu, “Language does not just describe reality. Language creates the reality it describes.” Language evolves, as culture and society evolve. As we learn more about…
Written by Marisa Hamamoto Quoting Reverend Desmond Tutu, “Language does not just describe reality. Language creates the reality it describes.” Language evolves, as culture and society evolve. As we learn more about…
Angela Rodriguez, M.A. BCBA, is the Associate Executive Director of EPIC School in Paramus, New Jersey. Jaqueline (Jackie) Saraf is a senior staff member—a special education teacher with over 10 years of…
Wendy White is an Autism Clinical Specialist at Redwood Coast Regional Center in Eureka, California. Redwood Coast Regional Center collaborates and consults with social service agencies, and White’s job includes supporting clients…
Written by Marisa Hamamoto March 20 is the United Nations International Day of Happiness. Like the UN, Proof Positive recognizes happiness as a universal right. Whoever you are in the autism community,…
We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming webinar, “Practical Ways to Integrate Wellbeing into Special Education for Teachers and Students,” hosted by the Organization for Autism Research. Here are the webinar details: 🗓️…
Peggy Chapman is the director at YALE School in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, where she spearheads program development and special projects for multiple campuses. YALE School has 12 locations that provide educational…
Proof Positive is on a mission to make the science and skills of wellbeing accessible to all – including the autism community. Happiness and wellbeing are experienced uniquely by every person –…
Happy March from Proof Positive! We’re starting the month off strong with a new bundle in preparation for the International Day of Happiness celebrations on March 20. We hope you’ll celebrate the…