Behind the Wheel with Autism

We are deep into Chapter 1 Barriers to Driving. I’m exploring the topic from all viewpoints (we’ve heard from autistic teens and adults, their families, and driving instructors) and today

Many autistic teens and adults who want to drive hear the same discouraging message: “Driving instructors say this is hard for autistic students .” That can feel frustrating, confusing, or

Learning to drive is a milestone full of excitement—but it can also bring challenges. Over the years in my clinic, parents and caregivers frequently shared with me the barriers their

What autistic teens and adults say about learning to drive Learning to drive is often treated as a simple milestone: study, practice, pass the test. But autistic teens and adults

Parents and Caregivers of Autistic Teens and Adults      Each year, many families across the U.S. learn that their child is autistic. As autistic children grow into teens and adults, families

This book does not assume that driving is right for every autistic person; rather, it is written for those who want to drive but face barriers that can be