Saying “People with Disabilities” Has NOT Fostered Inclusivity
Has the switch from “disabled people” to “people with disabilities” really opened doors for disabled individuals? […]
Has the switch from “disabled people” to “people with disabilities” really opened doors for disabled individuals? […]
I’ve been hearing color since I could remember; Autistics are three times more likely than neurotypicals to have synesthesia. […]
One of the most persistent and damaging misconceptions surrounding autism is the assumption that it usually accompanies intellectual deficit, or that a low IQ is caused by autism. […]
It’s all here: the differences in special interests between autistic women and men. […]
There’s a big difference between autism acceptance and autism awareness. […]
We’re ALL human, so why do neurotypicals struggle to understand autistic people? […]
Just find out someone has a few autistic kids? Feeling sorry for them? Well here’s why you SHOULDN’T. […]
April is Autism Acceptance Month, but every day of the year is a good time to appreciate what the autistic mind can bring to humanity. […]
Many autistic people believe nobody likes them even though this may be false, but it doesn’t mean it can’t be true, either. […]
Stimming isn’t just among Autistics. Neurotypicals may actually stim quite a bit under certain circumstances – especially one in particular. […]
Does every single Autistic use “fidgets” designed for stimming? […]
Microsoft Designer Image Creator refuses to generate the word “autism.” […]
Embracing one’s autism can be transformative and empowering, leading to improved mental health and overall well-being. […]
One significant hurdle faced by Autistics is the mismatch between facial expressions, tone of voice and their actual feelings. […]
I’ve always gotten feedback from a third party that someone thought I was rude or that I “hurt her feelings” even though I hadn’t tried to. I’m autistic. […]
Kindly don’t say “Everyone’s a little autistic” next time someone tells you they’re on the Spectrum. […]
Here are 12 ways you can make your ASD blend in well with sensory over-stimulation of the gym environment. […]
What we call “stimming” — or repetitive movements to feel more at ease or cope with stress — is done by both neurotypical (NT) people and those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. But it’s the NTs [...]
Are you autistic and drawn towards stimming that involves pressure? […]
Here are 10 items for Autistics who love watching or making things spin. […]
Here are fluffy or furry fidget items for Autistics who love the feel of these textures. […]
Are you autistic and love smooth objects? Do you love to feel them or even just look at them? […]
Many autistic people find comfort and relief through stimming in the form of watching blinking lights. […]
Autistic individuals often exhibit unique sensory preferences, and for some, a fascination with shiny objects can be particularly pronounced. […]
Some autistic people find comfort, relief or enjoyment from crumpling things. Here are ideas on how you can satisfy your need to crumple objects: stim on! […]
Is the autistic loved-one in your life absolutely nuts about sharks? […]
Getting a DUI (driving under the influence) is a serious matter that can lead to various consequences. Understanding what happens if you find yourself in this situation can be crucial for anyone. Here's an in-depth [...]
A study finds that adding a moderate amount of steps to one’s daily total in the elderly can lower their blood pressure. […]
There are five changes that occur to our teeth and overall oral health due to aging. But there are things you can do about these unwelcome changes. Hair turns gray or disappears altogether, waistlines expand [...]
Discover how spinal stenosis surgery can transform lives with benefits such as pain relief and enhanced mobility. Find hope for a pain-free future. The Benefits of Spinal Stenosis Surgery: Improving Quality of Life Spinal stenosis [...]
Spinal stenosis is a spinal canal narrowing that can put pressure on the nerves in your spine. […]
Some autism checklists can make an undiagnosed Autistic think they can’t possibly be on the spectrum, and they end up never getting assessed. […]
Never underestimate how well a more severely autistic adult can take instructions in strength training. […]
The answer to why it seems so many autistic people have train or dinosaur obsessions is actually quite simple. […]
Do you get a weird, kind of electrical pain just below your knee when you do the SI dowel exercise? […]
Have you discovered that the area below your knee is numb yet there’s no pain when you exercise or press it? Should you worry? […]
Wondering if your amazing ability to heavily mask for years means you’re not autistic and are actually neurotypical? […]
For years I did these having no idea they were due to my undiagnosed autism. […]
“I do not consider Autism/Asperger’s to be a disability but rather a brain that functions differently from the neurotypical brain,” says Beau Shenkenberg, who was diagnosed at two with the then-termed Asperger’s syndrome. [...]
Must wanting to avoid loud noise always be an autism thing? […]