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What RFK Jr. Gets Wrong About Autism—And Disability in General
Tanner Hofmann Tanner Hofmann

What RFK Jr. Gets Wrong About Autism—And Disability in General

In this post, we unpack the ableist ideas and harmful misinformation behind RFK Jr.’s recent statements on autism and disability. At Head and Heart Family Therapy, we believe disabilities aren’t the problem—lack of support and understanding is.

- Cover photo by Gage Skidmore

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Relearning Life After a Disability: Challenging Internalized Ableism
Tanner Hofmann Tanner Hofmann

Relearning Life After a Disability: Challenging Internalized Ableism

Each year, thousands of people acquire a disability and face a new reality shaped by old belief systems. This post explores how ableism and mindset play a role in adjusting to life after a disability—and how shifting your perspective can open the door to hope and independence.

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