diffrnt. san diego
Learning
diffrnt. is a San Diego community hub for families navigating autism-practical local guidance, vetted resources, and moderated community contributions.
- Start here
New diagnosis, school, benefits, or community—pick a short roadmap for your situation.
- De novo gene mutations & autism
Original diffrnt. reference: high-confidence autism genes with strong de novo evidence from SFARI Gene and large sequencing studies. For learning, not diagnosis.
- Current research & reading
Papers, blog posts, and books the community can access—curated and updated by the site editor.
- Schools, IEP & local services
Checklists for IEP navigation, SDRC onboarding, and getting started with ABA, speech, and OT.
- State & federal benefits
High-level pointers and official links—always verify with agencies and professionals.
- Official resource links
SDRC, Autism Society San Diego, Autism Tree, ASAN, and other trusted starting points.
- Voices & perspectives
Articles and commentary from autistic people, caregivers, educators, and advocates.