Autistic Special Interest vs. Neurotypical Hobby: the Difference?

The line between what makes an interest “special” or “obsessive,” and what makes it “normal” can be quite blurry.

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If You Have Good Eye Contact Can You Still Be Autistic?

I’m an autistic woman who uses eye contact to assert authority and dominance. To observers I have good eye contact. Here’s what’s really going on. (more…)

Two Autistic Women Discuss Why They Avoid Eye Contact

Two articulate autistic women explain in detail what their unique challenges with eye contact are. It isn’t about bashfulness or dislike of people.

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