By Janet Dean


Autism comes from the Greek word, 'autos', meaning 'self'. It is a disorder of neural development. It affects information processing in the brain. Two related conditions that complete the spectrum are Asperger's Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS), often referred to as 'atypical autism.' The term was introduced over one hundred years ago by the Swiss psychologist, Eugen Bleuler. People with the condition may be obsessed with details and dislike straying from their routines. Autism awareness jewelry is used to raise both funding for research and public consciousness of the syndrome.

Two recurring motifs in awareness jewellery are the traditional lapel ribbon and the autism-specific puzzle piece. The ribbon motif may be encrusted with jewels or be decorated with multicolored enamel puzzle pieces. The puzzle piece can be found engraved with the words, 'autism', 'love', or 'hope'. There is also a heart motif with an integrated puzzle piece.

All items are available as lapel pins, pendants, bracelet or mobile phone charms, necklaces, bracelets, fridge magnets, keyrings or tie pins. There are also rubber band bracelets. These are blue and have an embedded emblem of a lapel ribbon incorporating little colored puzzle pieces.

You can find pendants, necklaces and bracelets that have been crafted by adults who are autistic. They produce both 'awareness jewellery' with logos and slogans, and a wide range of high quality costume jewellery. Among costume jewellery there are children's collections, holiday collections, in which the heart pendant features prominently, and seasonal themes. Each piece is hand crafted and some contain Scharovsky crystal and sterling silver. Some items may be custom engraved. Each piece may be purchased separately or as a set.

By purchasing these products, you are not only raising awareness for the condition, you are also helping to provide people with intellectual disabilities with dignified work and the chance to earn a living.

Metal badges are also used to raise awareness. Slogans include, 'Autistic and Amazing!', 'I am not naughty, I have...', 'I have Autism, doing the best I can, Please be patient with me', 'I have..., Can't always control behaviour', and even, 'Tengo Autismo'.

Jewellery is not the only category of awareness item that is available. You can find cuff links, photo frames and a commemorative toy race car. There are golf balls, sports bags, lunch bags, ruck sacks, insulated drinking goblets, towels and even balloons.

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