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A Different King of Light
December can feel long, cold, and dark. But for many people in the neurodiverse community, it’s also a month full of small, beautiful lights—lights that don’t just come from lamps or decorations, but from moments of calm, connection, and joy. In 2025, more people are understanding that this season can be more than overwhelming—it can […]
Learning to Struggle Together | Matt’s Story
About Matt: I’m a founder, author, and speaker passionate about wellbeing, self-love and the small moments that help people feel grounded. Through my company Placemaking 4G, my book “I Love You, I Trust You, I’m Proud of You”, my recent TEDx talk, and a mental health initiative I helped found to support athlete mental health […]
Holidays with Autism: 7 Incredible Tips
How to celebrate the Holiday Season with a Loved One with Autism? As the holiday season approaches, it’s essential to recognize that celebrating the holidays with autism can be a joyous but also challenging experience for everyone involved. Caregivers and individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can enjoy festive gatherings filled with laughter and connection, […]
A Gift to Inspire More Giving
The Founder of ABA Centers’ recent $55 million gift to Temple University continues to make headlines. The gift makes Christopher Barnett the namesake of the now “Christopher M. Barnett College of Public Health,” but the timing of the gift for Mr. Barnett is no accident. It comes at a time when higher education and health […]
Gratitude Beyond Words – How Families Celebrate Thanksgiving with Autism in Mind
Thanksgiving has always been a season of gratitude—a time to pause, breathe, and give thanks for the love and blessings that shape our lives. But for families with autistic children, Thanksgiving isn’t just a holiday. It’s a journey of patience, understanding, and deep, unspoken for moments that often go unnoticed. In 2025, families across the […]
In the News: ABA Centers Founder Makes Largest Gift in Temple University’s History
On October 10, Temple University had two exciting unveilings – the school opened the doors to the new Paley Hall and it announced a $55 million gift from ABA Centers’ Founder, Christopher Barnett. This gift is the largest in the university’s history and it reflects the Barnett family’s belief that education is the most powerful […]
Harley on Losing His Father and Brother to Suicide
Eleven years apart, on the same date, Harley lost both his brother (in 2008) and his father (in 2019) to suicide. One loss came without warning; the other with a heartbreaking sense of knowing. Together, they would shape the course of his life, transforming silence into advocacy, and grief into connection. When Harley speaks about […]
Only Treats for One Massachusetts Boy During His Halloween Adventure to the White House
On Thursday morning, Merrick and his parents, Nancy and Matthew, along with his two ABA Centers of America registered behavior technicians (RBTs) – clinicians that are dedicated to administering Merrick with direct, personalized autism care – boarded a plane from Boston to Washington, D.C., to spend the evening trick-or-treating on the South Lawn. Dressed as […]
Managing Autism and Outings: 4 Stress-Free Tips
So when a child encounters a loud grocery store with bright lights, unpredictable crowds, or long waits, they’re not “acting out”—they’re experiencing overwhelm. Preparing for Autism and Outings Building Predictability: Preparing Children for New Environments Preparation is one of the most potent ways to make outings easier. Onsong Public Health and Research Perspective highlights that […]
A New Chapter for HeadsUpGuys : Community Update
Since 2015, HeadsUpGuys has been a program of the University of British Columbia, working hard to develop and deliver an increasingly comprehensive array of resources to support men as they work toward better health and happiness. Thanks to your support, we’ve grown to become the global leader in men’s mental health. As we enter our […]