What is Autism?

This resource explains what autism is and helps people better understand autistic individuals. It shares basic information about how autism is diagnosed and talks about common myths and misunderstandings.

The slides include both facts and real-life experiences from people with autism. They help explain that autism is part of human diversity and that everyone experiences it in different ways. This resource also looks at how society’s views about disability can affect how sutistic people are treated.

Overall, this resource encourages respect, acceptance, and better understanding of people with autism. It helps self-advocates and others learn how to support inclusion and value the voices and experiences of autistic people.

https://selfadvocacyinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SARTAC-Autism-October-30-2025.pdf